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JNV 435T

1998 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

23,157 mi
Last recorded23,157 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 MG B GT40,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNV 435T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 23,157 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 23,143 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear system join blowing excessively (6.1.2 (a))

Front Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter next the exhaust manifold dripping and wet (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

A few of the rear suspension bolts have just enough thread to reach the nyloc on the nuts. ok at present and have clearly been fitted for a long time.

Indicators were not working but as soon as battery was fully charged they are now all working correctly, possible sticky relay contacts. ok at time of test.

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis rail next to spring hanger. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis rail next to spring hanger and axle securing strap mounting. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened lever arm damper shaft wet with damper oil. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated travel slightly excessive still some reserve. (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive transmission/over drive unit leaks. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 22,849 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 22,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

repairs evident in vehicle structure

some corrosion in centre chassis member o/s

Pass 4 Jul 2013 22,245 miles

repairs evident in vehicle structure

some corrosion in centre chassis member o/s

Pass 27 Mar 2006 22,207 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 22,207 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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JNV 435T is a 1998 MG B GT in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 40,412 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 JNV 435T, 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 28 years old, this MG B GT is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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JNV 435T is a 1998 MG B GT, first registered on 1 April 1998.

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