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GIG 7116

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

17,372 mi
Last recorded17,372 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIG 7116
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 17,372 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 14,651 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 14,324 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 13,940 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 13,478 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 13,473 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure axle (2.4.B.7b)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 13,139 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 12,852 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 12,379 miles

Oil leak

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

assorted prior repairs multiple areas,unable to properly assess condition due to paint/filler/generous quantities of sealant

brake efforts showing distortion

front lower wishbones bushes wear/split,n/s/f trunnion mount prior repair,kingpins lift,n/s/r backplate+brake drum damage/grounded

fuel cap seal wear,emissions on limit,carbs require specialist attention,refer also prior fail/advise 748981393134

screen damage,wipers smearing

Fail 10 Jul 2013 12,349 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Oil leak

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

assorted prior repairs multiple areas,unable to properly assess condition due to paint/filler/generous quantities of sealant

brake efforts showing distortion

front lower wishbones bushes wear/split,n/s/f trunnion mount prior repair,kingpins lift,n/s/r backplate+brake drum damage/grounded

fuel cap seal wear,idle speed high

n/s seat/floor mount movement

o/s/f inertia reel sticking,indicators high speed

screen damage,n/s h/lamp poor aim

Pass 5 Jul 2012 11,789 miles

distributor advance mechanism appears faulty,timing too far advanced,n/s/f wishbone repair,refer also prior fail/advise 806824882149

Fail 2 Jul 2012 11,783 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2011 11,282 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 10,521 miles

indicators flashing fast,refer also prior fail/advise 811416920161

Fail 6 May 2010 10,518 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 10,097 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 9,462 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 9,180 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 9,080 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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GIG 7116 is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GIG 7116, 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

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What year was GIG 7116 registered?

GIG 7116 is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is GIG 7116 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIG 7116 shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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