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FTH 220W

1980 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,831 mi
Last recorded64,831 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTH 220W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 64,831 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 64,824 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 64,817 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 64,817 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 61,417 miles

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

both rear tyres have small splits on tyre walls

Pass 17 Oct 2014 61,417 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

both rear tyres have small splits on tyre walls

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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FTH 220W is a 1980 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FTH 220W, 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

How do I check the history of FTH 220W?

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What year was FTH 220W registered?

FTH 220W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 29 September 1980.

Is FTH 220W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTH 220W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FTH 220W have outstanding finance?

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