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FUT 331V

1979 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,945 mi
Last recorded64,945 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUT 331V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 64,945 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 64,737 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 24 Mar 2016 64,737 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front Lower Radius arm worn and seriously weakened Both sides (2.4.G.1)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 64,560 miles

Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Fail 23 Mar 2015 64,560 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 64,298 miles

Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 63,728 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 62,709 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 61,642 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 61,126 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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FUT 331V 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 FUT 331V, 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 FUT 331V?

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What year was FUT 331V registered?

FUT 331V is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 10 August 1979.

Is FUT 331V safe to buy?

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