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FUM 885T

1979 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,035 mi
Last recorded88,035 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2014
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUM 885T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2014 88,035 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 23 Jul 2014 88,034 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 87,227 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 86,430 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 7 Oct 2011 85,609 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 85,609 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 84,599 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 82,756 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 81,790 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 80,144 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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FUM 885T is a 1979 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FUM 885T, 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 FUM 885T registered?

FUM 885T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is FUM 885T safe to buy?

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