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TEU 58C

1989 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,296 mi
Last recorded94,296 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 1989 MG B GT78,935 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEU 58C
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2018 94,296 miles

both rear tyre side walls slightly cracking

Pass 14 Mar 2017 94,112 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 93,840 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 93,285 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 93,284 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 93,148 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 93,100 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 93,038 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 92,835 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 92,709 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 92,518 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 92,355 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 91,922 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 91,693 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 91,693 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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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TEU 58C is a 1989 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1989 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 78,935 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 TEU 58C, 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 37 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 TEU 58C registered?

TEU 58C is a 1989 MG B GT, first registered on 4 August 1989.

Is TEU 58C safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEU 58C shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TEU 58C have outstanding finance?

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