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BDE 744V

1980 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,594 mi
Last recorded77,594 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2007
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDE 744V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Feb 2007 77,594 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 75,629 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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BDE 744V is a 1980 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BDE 744V, 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 BDE 744V registered?

BDE 744V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 2 May 1980.

Is BDE 744V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDE 744V shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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