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GVV 451T

1979 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

21,674 mi
Last recorded21,674 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVV 451T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 21,674 miles

Offside Rear brake backing plate damp(axle oil)

fuel pump unions appear damp( not leaking at test)

Fail 8 May 2018 21,674 miles

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

Offside Rear brake backing plate damp(axle oil)

fuel pump unions appear damp( not leaking at test)

Pass 11 Jul 2017 21,366 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 May 2016 20,955 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

oil leak

Fail 13 May 2016 20,908 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sil end holed (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle nearside lower reading (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

oil leak

Pass 12 May 2015 20,701 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 20,701 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

offside rear tyre pressure low

rear brakes out of balance slightly

Pass 7 Feb 2014 20,482 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 20,143 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 20,143 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 20,061 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 20,061 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 19,981 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 19,539 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 19,290 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 18,987 miles

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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GVV 451T is a 1979 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 GVV 451T, 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

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What year was GVV 451T registered?

GVV 451T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 8 June 1979.

Is GVV 451T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVV 451T shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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