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EKR 697T

1979 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

53,865 mi
Last recorded53,865 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2012
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKR 697T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2012 53,865 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 53,701 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 53,701 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 53,533 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 53,384 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 53,223 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 53,223 miles

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

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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EKR 697T is a 1979 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EKR 697T, 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 EKR 697T?

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What year was EKR 697T registered?

EKR 697T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 15 May 1979.

Is EKR 697T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKR 697T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EKR 697T have outstanding finance?

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