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AEU 583V

1979 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,090 mi
Last recorded63,090 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEU 583V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 63,090 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 62,223 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 61,674 miles

Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Nearside Bellhousing bolt loose

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Fail 2 May 2017 61,673 miles

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

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Nearside Bellhousing bolt loose

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 13 May 2016 59,674 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 58,210 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 56,487 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

cluch flexi leaking

Pass 12 Feb 2013 56,466 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 56,403 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 56,236 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 56,178 miles

Front inner wing covers rusted through (Not structural)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 2 Apr 2009 56,178 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front inner wing covers rusted through (Not structural)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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AEU 583V is a 1979 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 52,668 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 AEU 583V, 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 47 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 AEU 583V registered?

AEU 583V is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 22 November 1979.

Is AEU 583V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEU 583V 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.

Does AEU 583V have outstanding finance?

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