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OBC 826P

1976 MG B GT V8

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,981 mi
Last recorded87,981 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1976 MG B GT V848,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBC 826P
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 87,981 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 87,976 miles

Direction indicators not working Lamp comes but does not flash (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 87,847 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 87,847 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

brake pedel low travel

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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OBC 826P is a 1976 MG B GT V8 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 OBC 826P, 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 OBC 826P?

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What year was OBC 826P registered?

OBC 826P is a 1976 MG B GT V8, first registered on 15 January 1976.

Is OBC 826P safe to buy?

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