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PCA 217P

1976 MG B GT V8

White Petrol 3520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

90,806 mi
Last recorded90,806 miles
Recorded on10 May 2021
Typical for 1976 MG B GT V848,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCA 217P
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,520cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2021 90,806 miles

slight exhaust blow from from front

Pass 11 Oct 2017 90,804 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 90,795 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 90,743 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 90,743 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 90,712 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 90,668 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 90,665 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 90,656 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 90,656 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 90,603 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 89,720 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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PCA 217P is a 1976 MG B GT V8 in White with a 3,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PCA 217P, 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 PCA 217P registered?

PCA 217P is a 1976 MG B GT V8, first registered on 24 March 1976.

Is PCA 217P safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCA 217P shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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