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PEX 411W

1980 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,846 mi
Last recorded61,846 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEX 411W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 61,846 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 5 May 2017 61,846 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 61,783 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 61,777 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 61,699 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 61,467 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 60,921 miles

idle speed little high, co on upper limmit

nearside front wheel bearing little nosey

nearside rear service brake little slow opertating

rear exhaust mount spliting (both)

Pass 22 May 2008 60,906 miles

play in steering rack

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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PEX 411W is a 1980 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PEX 411W, 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 PEX 411W?

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What year was PEX 411W registered?

PEX 411W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 22 August 1980.

Is PEX 411W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEX 411W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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