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GCG 277W

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

91,234 mi
Last recorded91,234 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2023
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCG 277W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2023 91,234 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 91,030 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 91,014 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 91,014 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear exhaust rubber mounting broken

Pass 28 Mar 2013 90,831 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 90,831 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 89,424 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 89,424 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 89,274 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Mar 2011 89,274 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 88,999 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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GCG 277W is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GCG 277W, 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 46 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GCG 277W registered?

GCG 277W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 17 November 1980.

Is GCG 277W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCG 277W shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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