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OMX 998P

1976 MG B GT V8

Black Petrol 3520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,239 mi
Last recorded20,239 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 1976 MG B GT V848,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMX 998P
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,520cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 20,239 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

vehical has a heavy coat of underseal on

Fail 2 Jun 2020 20,239 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

vehical has a heavy coat of underseal on

Fail 16 Apr 2020 20,216 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

nearside front and nearside rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

slight play in both front upper trunions.

Pass 26 Feb 2019 19,658 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 18,674 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 18,241 miles

slight play in both front upper trunions

Fail 11 Jul 2014 18,241 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 18,028 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 17,074 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 16,288 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 16,221 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 13,804 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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OMX 998P is a 1976 MG B GT V8 in Black with a 3,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OMX 998P, 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 OMX 998P?

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What year was OMX 998P registered?

OMX 998P is a 1976 MG B GT V8, first registered on 27 January 1976.

Is OMX 998P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMX 998P shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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