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GBM 4T

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

78,713 mi
Last recorded78,713 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBM 4T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 78,713 miles

Wheel bearing slightly noisy both front (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 77,890 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 77,018 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2018 77,018 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2017 76,995 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 76,939 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 76,848 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 76,488 miles

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 77,644 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 75,700 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 75,346 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 75,346 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 75,050 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 75,050 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 10 May 2007 74,622 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2007 74,619 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

both front wheels have some play in wheel bearing/suspention joints

head lamp flash not woreking

headlamps seem dim

rear fogs inop

small holes under car, same size as corrosion assesmet tool, showing that some one has already checked car over

Pass 1 Nov 2005 74,121 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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GBM 4T is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GBM 4T, 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 GBM 4T?

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What year was GBM 4T registered?

GBM 4T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 29 June 1979.

Is GBM 4T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBM 4T shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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