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HNX 990V

1979 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

35,669 mi
Last recorded35,669 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNX 990V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 35,669 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 35,294 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 35,294 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 33,650 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 33,425 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 33,163 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 32,893 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 16 Apr 2013 32,893 miles

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

Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 32,855 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 32,855 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

both front tyres are perished

gearbox leaking

radiator is corroded

slight play in n/s/f king pin

slight play in o/s/f king pin

Pass 8 Sep 2005 32,071 miles

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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HNX 990V is a 1979 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 HNX 990V, 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

How do I check the history of HNX 990V?

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What year was HNX 990V registered?

HNX 990V is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is HNX 990V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNX 990V shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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