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GFR 501S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

82,607 mi
Last recorded82,607 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2023
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFR 501S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2023 82,607 miles

Underbody waxoiled

Fail 14 Mar 2023 82,607 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Underbody waxoiled

Pass 18 Apr 2015 81,688 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 81,169 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 80,887 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 80,281 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 79,130 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 78,398 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 76,197 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 73,767 miles

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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GFR 501S is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GFR 501S, 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 GFR 501S?

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What year was GFR 501S registered?

GFR 501S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 13 March 1978.

Is GFR 501S safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFR 501S shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GFR 501S have outstanding finance?

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