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JRC 779V

1980 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,954 mi
Last recorded94,954 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2012
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRC 779V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2012 94,954 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 94,641 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front engine mounts split

rear exhaust mounts loose

Pass 4 Jul 2007 94,336 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 94,308 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring damaged and permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 93,273 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 93,273 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 4 Oct 2005 92,634 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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JRC 779V is a 1980 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 JRC 779V, 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 JRC 779V?

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What year was JRC 779V registered?

JRC 779V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 15 May 1980.

Is JRC 779V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRC 779V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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