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TMB 855V

1980 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

84,416 mi
Last recorded84,416 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMB 855V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2019 84,416 miles

has slight corrosion under body and chassis

Pass 17 Jul 2018 84,340 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 84,237 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 84,028 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 82,901 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 82,186 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 80,098 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 78,258 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 75,434 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 75,335 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 70,357 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 67,645 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 64,484 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 59,687 miles

Oil leak

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

brake pipes greased

n/s fog & reverse light inop

Fail 22 Feb 2007 59,400 miles

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

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

Offside Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 54,774 miles

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

areas of corrosion insufficient to fail at time of test

slight lift in king pin

slight movement in prop

Fail 7 Mar 2006 64,727 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

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

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

areas of corrosion but insufficient to fail at time of test

reverse lamo inop

slight lift in o/s/f king pin

slight movement in prop

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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TMB 855V is a 1980 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 TMB 855V, 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 TMB 855V registered?

TMB 855V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 16 May 1980.

Is TMB 855V safe to buy?

The MOT history for TMB 855V shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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