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HNW 659T

1979 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,521 mi
Last recorded23,521 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNW 659T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 23,521 miles

N/S/F FLOOR CORRODED + O/S/R FLOOR CORRODED

Fail 24 Jul 2019 23,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding initially there was no reading from this brake. suddenly the brake started to work but it was now binding and would not release. (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trunnion bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 23,085 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 23,085 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 22,616 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 22,594 miles

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

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

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

all suspension bushes deteriorating

underside of vehicle very rusty

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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HNW 659T is a 1979 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 52,668 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HNW 659T, 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 47 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 HNW 659T registered?

HNW 659T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 6 June 1979.

Is HNW 659T safe to buy?

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