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MLY 65P

1976 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

13,952 mi
Last recorded13,952 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2013
Typical for 1976 MG B GT V848,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLY 65P
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2013 13,952 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 12,898 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 10,212 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 7,044 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 7,044 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 6,241 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 4,433 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 101,899 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 101,899 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 99,570 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 99,570 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the MG B GT V8?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 160
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
brake binding 141
Stop lamp not working 132
Horn not working 109
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MLY 65P is a 1976 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1976 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 48,725 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 GT V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MLY 65P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 50 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MLY 65P?

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What year was MLY 65P registered?

MLY 65P is a 1976 MG B GT V8, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is MLY 65P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLY 65P shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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