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DAD 948T

1979 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

84,039 mi
Last recorded84,039 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAD 948T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 84,039 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 84,039 miles

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working all (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pipe fallen off in car (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2009 84,004 miles

N/S/R Number Plate Light Dim.

Fail 30 Jun 2009 84,004 miles

N/S/R Number Plate Light Dim.

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 83,883 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 83,657 miles

fuel tank shows heavy corrosion to outer surface.

Fail 12 Apr 2007 83,657 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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DAD 948T is a 1979 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DAD 948T, 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 DAD 948T?

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What year was DAD 948T registered?

DAD 948T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 19 January 1979.

Is DAD 948T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAD 948T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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