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MPB 159V

1979 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,586 mi
Last recorded86,586 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPB 159V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 86,586 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 86,584 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

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

Offside Front Outer Steering system fouling inner wheel rim (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded front of inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

Pass 17 May 2013 86,059 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 85,495 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 83,277 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 81,387 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 80,570 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 79,350 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 79,155 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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MPB 159V is a 1979 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MPB 159V, 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 MPB 159V registered?

MPB 159V is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is MPB 159V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPB 159V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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