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AKY 511T

1979 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

84,999 mi
Last recorded84,999 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKY 511T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 84,999 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 83,991 miles

oil leak(s)

Fail 7 Sep 2019 83,991 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

oil leak(s)

Pass 10 Sep 2018 83,503 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

power steering belt slipping on full lock

Pass 2 Sep 2017 83,046 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 82,444 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Aug 2015 80,946 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 81,843 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 80,963 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 80,287 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 80,287 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 80,237 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 80,237 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 80,227 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 80,144 miles

hc 1000 ppm

rear brakes could be better

Fail 21 May 2008 80,142 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Fail 18 May 2007 79,850 miles

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

slight play in lower trunions

vehicle oily underneath

Pass 18 May 2007 79,850 miles

slight play in lower trunions

vehicle oily underneath

Fail 3 May 2006 79,586 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

h.c. just within limits

slight play in trunyons

Pass 3 May 2006 79,586 miles

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

h.c. just within limits

slight play in trunyons

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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AKY 511T is a 1979 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AKY 511T, 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 AKY 511T registered?

AKY 511T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 6 April 1979.

Is AKY 511T safe to buy?

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