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TFF 70T

1979 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,940 mi
Last recorded89,940 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFF 70T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 89,940 miles

Both rear suspension straps deteriorated

Exhaust bracket broken, exhaust not likely to fall from vehicle

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Sep 2017 89,936 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing marked yellow x 3 spots (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch marked yellow (2.4.A.3)

Both rear suspension straps deteriorated

Exhaust bracket broken, exhaust not likely to fall from vehicle

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Sep 2016 88,820 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wheel arch, to the front, below the lamp (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front slight leak of the suspension components

Oil leak leaking from several places ()

Fail 20 Sep 2016 88,805 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wheel arch, to the front, below the lamp (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front slight leak of the suspension components

Oil leak leaking from several places ()

Pass 22 Sep 2015 88,203 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play Both sides of car (2.6.2)

Slight bind both rear brakes

Fail 17 Sep 2015 88,196 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive 1364ppm (7.3.B.1b)

Front Steering rack gaiter split Both sides of car (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play Both sides of car (2.6.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Slight bind both rear brakes

Pass 17 Sep 2014 87,982 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 87,435 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 86,017 miles

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

gearbox oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2011 84,808 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 82,661 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 82,661 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 81,235 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 81,235 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 80,818 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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TFF 70T is a 1979 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 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TFF 70T, 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.

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What year was TFF 70T registered?

TFF 70T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 13 June 1979.

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