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MVR 786P

1976 MG B GT V8

Grey Petrol 3520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

6,867 mi
Last recorded6,867 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2021
Typical for 1976 MG B GT V848,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVR 786P
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1976
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,520cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2021 6,867 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 6,163 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 5,999 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 5,781 miles

osr reverse light not working

Fail 5 Mar 2015 5,781 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

osr reverse light not working

Pass 19 Jul 2012 5,496 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 5,471 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2009 5,035 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside rear brake has slight binding

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 4,886 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 4,854 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 4,665 miles

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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MVR 786P is a 1976 MG B GT V8 in Grey with a 3,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MVR 786P, 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 MVR 786P registered?

MVR 786P is a 1976 MG B GT V8, first registered on 10 March 1976.

Is MVR 786P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVR 786P shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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