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VTM 36S

1977 MG Mgb GT

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

44,894 mi
Last recorded44,894 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2014
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb GT44,445 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTM 36S
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2014 44,894 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 44,894 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside no plate has one of two bulbs not working

Pass 9 Oct 2013 44,676 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 44,676 miles

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 43,667 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 43,667 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 May 2011 42,427 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 40,653 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 35,258 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 30,520 miles

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

Propshaft component defective

Fail 17 Jul 2008 30,520 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Propshaft component defective

Pass 6 Jul 2007 25,418 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 25,418 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 20,331 miles

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

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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VTM 36S is a 1977 MG Mgb GT in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 44,445 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 Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VTM 36S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 49 years old, this MG Mgb GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VTM 36S registered?

VTM 36S is a 1977 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 6 September 1977.

Is VTM 36S safe to buy?

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