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AOK 743T

1979 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,281 mi
Last recorded4,281 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2012
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOK 743T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2012 4,281 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Inner Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Outer Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all suspension front and rear corroded

exhaust corroded

off side rear tyre is a 165/14 all others are165/80/14

rear leaf springs corroded

Fail 19 Sep 2012 4,279 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Inner Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Outer Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all suspension front and rear corroded

exhaust corroded

off side rear tyre is a 165/14 all others are165/80/14

rear leaf springs corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2009 3,112 miles

o/s rear tyre tread split

Fail 6 Aug 2009 3,112 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s rear tyre tread split

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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AOK 743T is a 1979 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 AOK 743T, 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

How do I check the history of AOK 743T?

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What year was AOK 743T registered?

AOK 743T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 22 May 1979.

Is AOK 743T safe to buy?

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