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MGB 8J

1976 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,865 mi
Last recorded72,865 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGB 8J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 72,865 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 72,815 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 72,768 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 72,682 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 72,610 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 72,501 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 72,304 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 3 Aug 2015 72,281 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 72,202 miles

Slight play to N/S/F wheel bearing

Small split to both steering rack gaiters

Pass 10 Jul 2014 72,196 miles

Slight play to N/S/F wheel bearing

Small split to both steering rack gaiters

Fail 8 Jul 2014 72,196 miles

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Slight play to N/S/F wheel bearing

Small split to both steering rack gaiters

Pass 6 Apr 2010 72,142 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 72,082 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 71,829 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 71,821 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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MGB 8J is a 1976 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 MGB 8J, 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 50 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MGB 8J registered?

MGB 8J is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 6 March 1976.

Is MGB 8J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGB 8J shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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