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AOF 520T

1979 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,216 mi
Last recorded47,216 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOF 520T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 47,216 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 46,109 miles

Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 44,717 miles

nearside rear tail lamp lens slightly discoloured

rusting around offside centre jacking point

Pass 24 Feb 2016 41,235 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 39,698 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 37,531 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 37,531 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 35,189 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 30,684 miles

nearside front outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2010 30,283 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 30,283 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 30,030 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 29,972 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 28,737 miles

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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AOF 520T is a 1979 MG B GT in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AOF 520T, 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 AOF 520T registered?

AOF 520T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 21 May 1979.

Is AOF 520T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOF 520T shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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