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GRX 425W

1980 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,564 mi
Last recorded91,564 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2009
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRX 425W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2009 91,564 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 91,564 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 90,644 miles

both front lower shock absorber securing bolts,though tight,are not long enough as the locking nut does not go on far enough.

Pass 22 May 2006 88,867 miles

both rear leaf spring mounting bushes worn

headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

o/s/f coil spring needs adjusting

slight exhaust leak at front downpipe joint

slight play in o/s/f suspension joints

Pass 23 May 2005 87,402 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

both rear drop sills starting to corrode

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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GRX 425W is a 1980 MG B GT in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GRX 425W, 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 GRX 425W registered?

GRX 425W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 11 October 1980.

Is GRX 425W safe to buy?

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