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TPV 209

1979 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,135 mi
Last recorded4,135 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPV 209
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 4,135 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 3,850 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 3,529 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 3,300 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 3,300 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 3,149 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 3,047 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 2,854 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 2,445 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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TPV 209 is a 1979 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 TPV 209, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TPV 209?

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What year was TPV 209 registered?

TPV 209 is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 14 May 1979.

Is TPV 209 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPV 209 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TPV 209 have outstanding finance?

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