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SGS 171W

1980 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

71,622 mi
Last recorded71,622 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGS 171W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 71,622 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 69,887 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 69,447 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 69,447 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 68,908 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 68,263 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 67,074 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 65,569 miles

front brakes unbalanced

slight play in both sides front suspension lower bushes

Pass 16 Apr 2012 63,288 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 62,303 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 59,898 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 58,341 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 56,739 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 55,500 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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SGS 171W is a 1980 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SGS 171W, 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 SGS 171W?

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What year was SGS 171W registered?

SGS 171W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 December 1980.

Is SGS 171W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGS 171W shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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