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CVE 939V

1980 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2025
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,280 mi
Last recorded26,280 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2024
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVE 939V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2024 26,280 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 May 2007 26,091 miles

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

bodywork/floorpan corroding

nearside lower suspension swivel has slight play

various patch repairs to underside

Pass 15 Feb 2006 25,888 miles

both outer sills corroding

Fail 4 Feb 2006 25,888 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both outer sills corroding

o/s door mirror not fitted

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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CVE 939V is a 1980 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CVE 939V, 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 CVE 939V registered?

CVE 939V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is CVE 939V safe to buy?

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