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GOV 189W

1980 MG B GT

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

15,787 mi
Last recorded15,787 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOV 189W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 15,787 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 15,018 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 14,976 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 14,373 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 12,471 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 12,438 miles

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

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

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2014 10,172 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 9,177 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 5,296 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 1,397 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 96,356 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 94,687 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 94,529 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 94,410 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 94,258 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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GOV 189W is a 1980 MG B GT in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GOV 189W, 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 GOV 189W registered?

GOV 189W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 12 September 1980.

Is GOV 189W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOV 189W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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