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NVC 229W

1980 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,925 mi
Last recorded49,925 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVC 229W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 49,925 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 49,893 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 49,738 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 49,509 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 49,451 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 48,944 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 48,118 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 48,118 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 47,653 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 47,653 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 47,559 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 47,116 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 46,689 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 46,366 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 46,366 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 45,444 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 45,444 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 44,663 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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NVC 229W is a 1980 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 NVC 229W, 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

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What year was NVC 229W registered?

NVC 229W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is NVC 229W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVC 229W shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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