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MGB 25P

1979 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,923 mi
Last recorded54,923 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGB 25P
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 54,923 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside reverse lamp inop

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

various oil leaks

wiper linkage worn

Pass 5 Jun 2025 53,861 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective centre exhaust mounting bonding breaking away - still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside reverse light dull

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight - still ok

wiper linkage worn slightly

Pass 2 Jul 2024 52,989 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside reverse light dull

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slight (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn stub has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes - still safe (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2024 52,988 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside reverse light dull

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slight (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn stub has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes - still safe (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 51,543 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive differential (slight leak) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2008 50,524 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 50,370 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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MGB 25P is a 1979 MG B GT in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MGB 25P, 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 MGB 25P registered?

MGB 25P is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 15 January 1979.

Is MGB 25P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGB 25P shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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