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DVS 837T

1979 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

92,336 mi
Last recorded92,336 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVS 837T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Jul 2020 92,336 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle underside heavily undersealed

Pass 10 May 2018 91,601 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 91,146 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 89,550 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 87,561 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 86,058 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 84,971 miles

Brake pipes not fully inspected due to protective coating

Corrosion on boot floor at rear of fuel tank. Outside any prescribed areas.

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2011 64,971 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Brake pipes not fully inspected due to protective coating

Corrosion on boot floor at rear of fuel tank. Outside any prescribed areas.

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 84,299 miles

Both front brake discs slighty pitted

Both rear tyres cracking on side wall

Brake pipes not fully inspected due to protective coating

Oil leak

Fail 10 Jun 2010 84,299 miles

Both front brake discs slighty pitted

Both rear tyres cracking on side wall

Brake pipes not fully inspected due to protective coating

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2009 83,574 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 82,598 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 82,100 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 82,099 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Jun 2006 81,583 miles

Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

rear fog light in0p

Pass 21 Jun 2006 81,583 miles

rear fog light in0p

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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DVS 837T is a 1979 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DVS 837T, 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 DVS 837T registered?

DVS 837T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 14 February 1979.

Is DVS 837T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVS 837T shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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