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MMY 799P

1976 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

91,412 mi
Last recorded91,412 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 1976 MG B GT V848,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMY 799P
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,520cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 91,412 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 90,828 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 90,828 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Aug 2018 90,780 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipe area (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel hose chafing near the fuel tank (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2016 88,548 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 74,899 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 74,899 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 71,605 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 71,561 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 71,560 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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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MMY 799P is a 1976 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MMY 799P, 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

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What year was MMY 799P registered?

MMY 799P is a 1976 MG B GT V8, first registered on 15 May 1976.

Is MMY 799P safe to buy?

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