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PLD 115W

1980 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,420 mi
Last recorded21,420 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLD 115W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 21,420 miles

Offside reverse light not working

Fail 4 Nov 2019 21,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside reverse light not working

Pass 24 Oct 2018 21,383 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2018 21,383 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 21,348 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 21,253 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 21,231 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 21,181 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 21,138 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 21,085 miles

Nearside headlamp corroded.

Pass 2 Nov 2011 20,968 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 20,633 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 20,477 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 20,262 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 20,009 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 19,612 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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PLD 115W is a 1980 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PLD 115W, 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 PLD 115W registered?

PLD 115W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is PLD 115W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLD 115W 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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