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MTB 89W

1980 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

42,152 mi
Last recorded42,152 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2011
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTB 89W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2011 42,152 miles

near side centre sill excessively corroded.

Fail 23 Mar 2011 42,152 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

near side centre sill excessively corroded.

Fail 22 Feb 2010 41,945 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 41,945 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 41,600 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 41,599 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2007
Fail 30 Aug 2007

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 41,106 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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MTB 89W is a 1980 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 MTB 89W, 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

How do I check the history of MTB 89W?

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What year was MTB 89W registered?

MTB 89W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 19 December 1980.

Is MTB 89W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTB 89W shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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