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GHD 62S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

89,951 mi
Last recorded89,951 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2016
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHD 62S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2016 89,951 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 89,737 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 89,737 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 76,659 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 76,659 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

box & tail mountings split

Pass 16 Aug 2007 76,482 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front brakes out of balance 20% which is close to the maximum of 25%

lots of welding repairs to underside of car

Fail 7 Aug 2007 76,471 miles

Centre Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

clutch slave flexi weeping

rubber fuel pipes perrished

Pass 3 Jun 2006 75,991 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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GHD 62S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GHD 62S, 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 GHD 62S?

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What year was GHD 62S registered?

GHD 62S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 7 March 1978.

Is GHD 62S safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHD 62S shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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