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FRX 66V

1980 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

57,139 mi
Last recorded57,139 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRX 66V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2019 57,139 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 56,523 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 56,513 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 56,399 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre (badly cracking)

both front (lower) suspension arm (bushes) perishing

general condition of vehicle underbody (floor pan areas) corrosive

nearside front tyre badly cracking

offside front tyre (outer edge worn and cracking).

offside rear tyre badly cracking

offside steering rack-gaiter perishing

Pass 28 Oct 2015 56,371 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to crack

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 12 Aug 2014 56,252 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 55,589 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 55,053 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 55,053 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2011 54,042 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 54,042 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 53,153 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 51,629 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 49,317 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear brake effort slightly uneven

Pass 2 Oct 2007 48,156 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2006 46,513 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 45,274 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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FRX 66V is a 1980 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 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 FRX 66V, 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 46 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 FRX 66V registered?

FRX 66V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 16 May 1980.

Is FRX 66V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRX 66V shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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