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ERB 289T

1979 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,138 mi
Last recorded12,138 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERB 289T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 12,138 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 12,076 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 11,718 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2014 11,718 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 11,645 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 11,099 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2011 6,934 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 99,257 miles

child seat fitted n/s front

Pass 14 Sep 2009 98,886 miles

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

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

nearside mirror cracked

Pass 8 Sep 2008 98,613 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 98,240 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 98,239 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 96,670 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 94,873 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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ERB 289T is a 1979 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ERB 289T, 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 ERB 289T registered?

ERB 289T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 18 May 1979.

Is ERB 289T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERB 289T shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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