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TAR 375W

1980 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

36,924 mi
Last recorded36,924 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAR 375W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 36,924 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 36,647 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 36,409 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 36,027 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 35,728 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 35,325 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 34,913 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 34,579 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 33,823 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 33,240 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 33,239 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 32,946 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 31,185 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 29,603 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 28,578 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 27,575 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 26,045 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 24,557 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 23,262 miles

front shockers weak

offside inner steering rack end worn

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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TAR 375W is a 1980 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 TAR 375W, 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 TAR 375W registered?

TAR 375W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 10 December 1980.

Is TAR 375W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAR 375W shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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