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TNS 254R

1976 MG B GT V8

Yellow Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,873 mi
Last recorded30,873 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 1976 MG B GT V848,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNS 254R
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 30,873 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Nov 2017 90,869 miles

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

Front Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Nov 2016 87,704 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 22 May 2009 74,080 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 74,038 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 73,864 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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TNS 254R is a 1976 MG B GT V8 in Yellow with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 TNS 254R, 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 TNS 254R registered?

TNS 254R is a 1976 MG B GT V8, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is TNS 254R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNS 254R shows 6 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.

Does TNS 254R have outstanding finance?

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