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CWE 116T

1979 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,622 mi
Last recorded49,622 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWE 116T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 49,622 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 49,612 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 49,585 miles

Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 49,546 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 49,411 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 49,411 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2010 48,946 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 48,439 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 47,972 miles

Coolant leak

leak bottom radiator

may have faulty head light switch

n/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 2 Mar 2007 47,339 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 46,736 miles

Water leak from bottom hose

Fail 17 Oct 2005 46,736 miles

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

Water leak from bottom hose

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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CWE 116T is a 1979 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CWE 116T, 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 CWE 116T?

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What year was CWE 116T registered?

CWE 116T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 15 June 1979.

Is CWE 116T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWE 116T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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