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LGH 89T

1979 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

80,959 mi
Last recorded80,959 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGH 89T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 80,959 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 80,858 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 80,855 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 79,565 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 79,342 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 78,946 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 78,906 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

both front and rear brake imbalances high

damp around nearside front brake caliper

nearside rear brake binding

nearside rear parking brake effort low

Pass 20 Jul 2012 78,088 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 76,741 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 75,302 miles

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

rear brake application slightly uneven

slight corrosion in engine compartment and to front chassis

Fail 13 Jun 2009 75,233 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

fan did not cut in and lost coolent

front brake pads worn low

front springs soft and vehicle almost on bump stops on front suspension

radiator rotten

steering shaft rubs on engine mounting

Pass 17 May 2006 75,190 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TRACKROD END VERY CLOSE TO WHEEL INNER RIM

Fail 16 May 2006 75,180 miles

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.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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LGH 89T is a 1979 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 LGH 89T, 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.

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What year was LGH 89T registered?

LGH 89T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is LGH 89T safe to buy?

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