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EFX 837V

1979 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

74,592 mi
Last recorded74,592 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFX 837V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 74,592 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 74,035 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 73,637 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 73,255 miles

oil leak at engine

Fail 9 Jun 2016 73,255 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak at engine

Pass 11 Jun 2015 72,962 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 72,864 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 72,620 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 71,445 miles

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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EFX 837V is a 1979 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EFX 837V, 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 EFX 837V?

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What year was EFX 837V registered?

EFX 837V is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is EFX 837V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFX 837V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EFX 837V have outstanding finance?

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