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GDU 757D

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

36,678 mi
Last recorded36,678 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2012
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDU 757D
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2012 36,678 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 36,326 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 35,382 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 35,322 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 35,322 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 May 2008 35,069 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 35,096 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 34,785 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 33,945 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2006 33,945 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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GDU 757D is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GDU 757D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GDU 757D?

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What year was GDU 757D registered?

GDU 757D is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is GDU 757D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDU 757D shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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