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ACP 354Y

1980 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

69,202 mi
Last recorded69,202 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACP 354Y
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 69,202 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 69,024 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 68,852 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 68,469 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 68,084 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 67,566 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 67,535 miles

Front headlamp main beam pull to flash function not working when switch is activated.

Fail 28 Apr 2012 67,538 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front headlamp main beam pull to flash function not working when switch is activated.

Pass 10 Aug 2009 67,053 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 67,051 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 67,023 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 66,864 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 66,536 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 66,536 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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ACP 354Y is a 1980 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ACP 354Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 46 years old, this MG B GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ACP 354Y registered?

ACP 354Y is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 26 March 1980.

Is ACP 354Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACP 354Y shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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