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GHL 204V

1980 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,465 mi
Last recorded72,465 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHL 204V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 72,465 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 72,057 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2008 72,049 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

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

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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GHL 204V is a 1980 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GHL 204V, 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 46 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 GHL 204V registered?

GHL 204V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 21 May 1980.

Is GHL 204V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHL 204V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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