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GPD 170V

1980 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

90,355 mi
Last recorded90,355 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPD 170V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2019 90,355 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 90,334 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 90,278 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 90,270 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 90,150 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 90,142 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 89,504 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 85,008 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 84,234 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 84,234 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 83,214 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 83,214 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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GPD 170V is a 1980 MG B GT in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GPD 170V, 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 GPD 170V registered?

GPD 170V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 9 January 1980.

Is GPD 170V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPD 170V shows 12 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.

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