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GAT 130T

1979 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,135 mi
Last recorded99,135 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAT 130T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 99,135 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2023 99,128 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases has hole in it (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 98,482 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 98,150 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

slight play in nearside front king pin

Pass 2 Jun 2017 98,102 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 97,806 miles

o/s/f bump stop mount damaged

Fail 6 May 2016 97,788 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

o/s/f bump stop mount damaged

Pass 21 May 2015 97,602 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 97,569 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2014 97,318 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 97,149 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 97,149 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2012 96,964 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 96,451 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 94,766 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 94,668 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 94,597 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Vehicle has excessive oil leaks from rear diff & gearbox areas

Pass 5 Jun 2006 94,285 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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GAT 130T is a 1979 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GAT 130T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 47 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GAT 130T?

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What year was GAT 130T registered?

GAT 130T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 22 May 1979.

Is GAT 130T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAT 130T shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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