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MWP 846T

1979 MG B GT

Grey Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,125 mi
Last recorded31,125 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWP 846T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2013 31,125 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

manifolds blowing

Pass 7 Jun 2012 30,112 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 29,948 miles

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

Nearside Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 29,913 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 29,900 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 29,884 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 29,884 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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MWP 846T is a 1979 MG B GT in Grey with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MWP 846T, 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 MWP 846T registered?

MWP 846T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 21 March 1979.

Is MWP 846T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWP 846T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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