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OVX 662P

1976 MG B GT V8

Black Petrol 3520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,107 mi
Last recorded82,107 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1976 MG B GT V848,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVX 662P
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,520cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 82,107 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 80,492 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake hoses have been sleeved with rubber hose

wipers only work with engine running

Fail 10 Jun 2008 80,487 miles

Front Sub-frame locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

exhaust knock present

rear fuel pipes corroded

steering rack boots perished

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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OVX 662P is a 1976 MG B GT V8 in Black with a 3,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OVX 662P, 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 OVX 662P registered?

OVX 662P is a 1976 MG B GT V8, first registered on 20 July 1976.

Is OVX 662P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVX 662P shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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