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GVU 281V

1979 MG B

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

8,938 mi
Last recorded8,938 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVU 281V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 8,938 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jul 2019 8,938 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 7,935 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 6,705 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Mar 2017 6,705 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 5,091 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 5,002 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 2,315 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Dec 2014 2,315 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 403 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 98,311 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 95,831 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 95,831 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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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GVU 281V is a 1979 MG B in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GVU 281V, 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 GVU 281V?

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What year was GVU 281V registered?

GVU 281V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 11 October 1979.

Is GVU 281V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVU 281V shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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