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LEA 196V

1980 MG B GT

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,615 mi
Last recorded3,615 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2013
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEA 196V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2013 3,615 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside rear brake backplate leaking oil

Pass 28 Jun 2012 3,243 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak on nearside rear brake backplate

Fail 25 Jun 2012 3,241 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak on nearside rear brake backplate

Pass 17 Jun 2011 2,770 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 2,482 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 1,917 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise oil on neraside rear back plate

Fail 27 Jun 2009 1,915 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise oil on neraside rear back plate

Pass 28 Jun 2008 1,327 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 740 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 99,896 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 90,881 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

metal brake pipes detereiating.some wear suspension.signs of corrosion.

Pass 25 Jun 2005 98,100 miles

corrosion around rear very marginal for areas parking brake cable near tank

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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LEA 196V is a 1980 MG B GT in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LEA 196V, 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

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What year was LEA 196V registered?

LEA 196V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 16 January 1980.

Is LEA 196V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEA 196V shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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