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RGR 262V

1979 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2022
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,338 mi
Last recorded9,338 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGR 262V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2021 9,338 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 9,034 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 8,789 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 8,405 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 8,166 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Pass 23 Oct 2015 8,143 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 8,102 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 7,983 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 7,939 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 7,852 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 7,788 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 7,769 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 7,741 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 7,728 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 7,708 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 7,298 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 7,210 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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RGR 262V is a 1979 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RGR 262V, 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

How do I check the history of RGR 262V?

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What year was RGR 262V registered?

RGR 262V is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is RGR 262V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGR 262V shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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