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TBD 961W

1980 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

26,915 mi
Last recorded26,915 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBD 961W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 26,915 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 26,487 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 26,481 miles

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

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Fuel hose slightly damaged Fuel pipe perished and cracking at carburetor (7.2.2)

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 25,097 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 20,313 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 12,837 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 11,114 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 10,604 miles

n/s head light refector poor

slight bind n/s rear brake

tyres starting to crack

Pass 18 Mar 2009 9,167 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 7,808 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 7,421 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 6,891 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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TBD 961W is a 1980 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 TBD 961W, 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 TBD 961W registered?

TBD 961W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 19 September 1980.

Is TBD 961W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBD 961W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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