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HTV 360V

1980 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

23,784 mi
Last recorded23,784 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2022
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTV 360V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2022 23,784 miles

all suspension parts deteriorating

off side mirror damaged

oil leak

oil level low

slight body corrosion

Pass 28 Jul 2021 23,678 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2021 23,678 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 21,604 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 21,604 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2018 21,594 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

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

Nearside Front Fuel system component leaking leak possibly from carburettor (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering marked yellow (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill marked yellow (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing vertical link (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill marked yellow (2.4.A.3)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering marked yellow (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 May 2014 21,531 miles

slight play o/s/f steering arm

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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HTV 360V is a 1980 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 HTV 360V, 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

How do I check the history of HTV 360V?

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What year was HTV 360V registered?

HTV 360V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 25 March 1980.

Is HTV 360V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTV 360V shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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