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HWW 99V

1979 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,475 mi
Last recorded56,475 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWW 99V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 56,475 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 56,450 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 56,351 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 54,668 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Oct 2012 54,662 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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HWW 99V is a 1979 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HWW 99V, 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 HWW 99V?

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What year was HWW 99V registered?

HWW 99V is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 4 August 1979.

Is HWW 99V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWW 99V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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