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JWB 128W

1980 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,499 mi
Last recorded91,499 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2009
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWB 128W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Apr 2009 91,499 miles

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

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

slight play and lift in both offside and nearside king pins.

vehicle welded and undersealed in numurous places

Pass 15 Apr 2009 91,499 miles

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

slight play and lift in both offside and nearside king pins.

vehicle welded and undersealed in numurous places

Pass 30 Mar 2007 90,268 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 90,268 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 May 2006 89,860 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 89,834 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Upper Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

nearside headlamp poor patern also not matched pair

nearside rear strap hanger nut nearly off

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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JWB 128W is a 1980 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 JWB 128W, 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.

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What year was JWB 128W registered?

JWB 128W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is JWB 128W safe to buy?

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