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CYJ 740T

1979 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,312 mi
Last recorded9,312 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYJ 740T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 9,312 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 9,276 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake rod has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

both front king pin top slight play

both rear suspension straps deteriated

n/s/f brake binding slightly

o/s steering rack worn

o/s/f floor corroded/hold

o/s/f wing(rear)insecure

o/s/r inner wheel arch corroded

oil leak from engine,gearbox and rear axle

under vehicle corrosion

Pass 15 Dec 2010 7,851 miles

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 5,400 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

parking brake cable hanger broken

Pass 31 Jul 2008 2,820 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 2,811 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 99,506 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 99,222 miles

slight corrosion on offside front floor and ski rail

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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CYJ 740T is a 1979 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CYJ 740T, 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 CYJ 740T registered?

CYJ 740T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 20 June 1979.

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