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PJG 490G

1982 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,314 mi
Last recorded28,314 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1982 MG B GT53,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJG 490G
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 28,314 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 28,231 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 17,617 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 May 2016 17,089 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 16,842 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 16,133 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 15,728 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 15,490 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 15,486 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 15,264 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 14,949 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 14,945 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 May 2009 74,609 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 14,284 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 14,036 miles

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Pass 1 Jun 2006 13,636 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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PJG 490G is a 1982 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1982 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 53,914 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 PJG 490G, 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 44 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 PJG 490G registered?

PJG 490G is a 1982 MG B GT, first registered on 19 June 1982.

Is PJG 490G safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJG 490G shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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