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TUT 83M

1979 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,330 mi
Last recorded20,330 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUT 83M
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 20,330 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play offside and nearside both have slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

under body heavily wax oiled

Fail 23 Aug 2023 20,324 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under body heavily wax oiled

Pass 1 May 2013 19,998 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2011 19,371 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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TUT 83M is a 1979 MG B GT in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TUT 83M, 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 TUT 83M?

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What year was TUT 83M registered?

TUT 83M is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 21 November 1979.

Is TUT 83M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUT 83M shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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