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MNV 475V

1980 MG B GT

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,007 mi
Last recorded12,007 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2009
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNV 475V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2009 12,007 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

light corrosion to o/s and n/s brake hose ends

Fail 25 Sep 2009 12,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

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

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

light corrosion to o/s and n/s brake hose ends

Pass 6 Jun 2006 9,797 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front crossmember corroded at radiator mounting

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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MNV 475V is a 1980 MG B GT in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MNV 475V, 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 MNV 475V registered?

MNV 475V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is MNV 475V safe to buy?

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