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GOJ 808W

1980 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,383 mi
Last recorded84,383 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2014
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOJ 808W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2014 84,383 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 83,927 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 16 Jul 2013 83,927 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 83,708 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 83,704 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 83,699 miles

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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GOJ 808W is a 1980 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GOJ 808W, 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

How do I check the history of GOJ 808W?

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What year was GOJ 808W registered?

GOJ 808W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is GOJ 808W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOJ 808W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GOJ 808W have outstanding finance?

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