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ERB 857T

1979 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,600 mi
Last recorded99,600 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERB 857T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 99,600 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2019 99,599 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 97,687 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 96,617 miles

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

rear bumper support bracket rusted

slight play in both front upper trunion joints

some metal brake pipes light corrosion

Fail 24 Jul 2015 96,617 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

rear bumper support bracket rusted

slight play in both front upper trunion joints

some metal brake pipes light corrosion

Pass 9 Aug 2013 96,612 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 96,602 miles

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

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

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 30 May 2012 96,253 miles

front and rear brake pipes corroded

rear fog lamp fitted but not working

severe coolant leak at idle

Fail 29 May 2012 96,253 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

front and rear brake pipes corroded

rear fog lamp fitted but not working

severe coolant leak at idle

Pass 25 Oct 2010 96,127 miles

fog lights fitted but not working

slight movement in offside nearside front king pins joints

slight play in both steering arms

Fail 25 Oct 2010 96,127 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

fog lights fitted but not working

slight movement in offside nearside front king pins joints

slight play in both steering arms

Pass 6 Jul 2009 96,042 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 56,042 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

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

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

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

Pass 24 May 2008 95,940 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 95,857 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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 857T is a 1979 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 ERB 857T, 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 857T registered?

ERB 857T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 1 April 1979.

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