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KDM 561T

1979 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,782 mi
Last recorded35,782 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDM 561T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 35,782 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill slight corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 35,560 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 35,560 miles

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 35,196 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 34,384 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 34,379 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 32,694 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 31,577 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

front discs have miunor surface corrosion due too none use of vehicle

intermitent fault on hazard warning lights fixed

Pass 27 Nov 2012 31,513 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 30,958 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 30,354 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 29,660 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2008 27,817 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 27,817 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 26,521 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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KDM 561T is a 1979 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 KDM 561T, 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

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What year was KDM 561T registered?

KDM 561T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 2 February 1979.

Is KDM 561T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDM 561T shows 15 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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