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FPV 412T

1979 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,901 mi
Last recorded91,901 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPV 412T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 91,901 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Jun 2015 91,856 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 6 Jun 2013 91,545 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 91,350 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2010 91,182 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 91,045 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 90,891 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 90,891 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 90,465 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 90,204 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 89,686 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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FPV 412T is a 1979 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FPV 412T, 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 FPV 412T?

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What year was FPV 412T registered?

FPV 412T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 22 May 1979.

Is FPV 412T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPV 412T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FPV 412T have outstanding finance?

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