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GPV 181V

1979 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

9,553 mi
Last recorded9,553 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPV 181V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 9,553 miles

Underside has been protected

Fail 8 Jul 2021 9,553 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Underside has been protected

Pass 12 Jun 2019 9,527 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 9,488 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 9,428 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 9,414 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 9,395 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 9,379 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 9,379 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 9,362 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)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust slightly deteriorated

Fail 22 Jun 2012 9,362 miles

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

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)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Jun 2011 9,328 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 9,277 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 9,219 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 9,165 miles

BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2007 9,107 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 8,921 miles

1/ n/s/f o/s/f lower inner wishbone bushers slightly worn

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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GPV 181V is a 1979 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GPV 181V, 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

How do I check the history of GPV 181V?

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What year was GPV 181V registered?

GPV 181V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is GPV 181V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPV 181V shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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