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GPH 565V

1980 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,114 mi
Last recorded64,114 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPH 565V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 64,114 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 64,056 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 63,998 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 63,916 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 63,846 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 63,824 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission overdrive area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 63,781 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 63,598 miles

Hazzard warning not working

Pass 11 Aug 2017 63,299 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 63,095 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 62,893 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 62,531 miles

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 62,354 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 62,351 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 62,176 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 62,050 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 62,050 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 61,995 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 61,995 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2009 61,891 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 61,891 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 61,828 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 61,826 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 61,730 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 61,583 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 61,583 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2005 61,462 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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GPH 565V is a 1980 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GPH 565V, 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 GPH 565V registered?

GPH 565V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is GPH 565V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPH 565V shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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