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TVV 989W

1980 MG Mgb GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

5,279 mi
Last recorded5,279 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2014
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb GT57,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVV 989W
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2014 5,279 miles

Oil leak

underside of vehicle has been compleatly undersealed making a corrosion assesment dificult, but would appear solid.

Pass 2 Jul 2013 5,268 miles

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 25 Jun 2013 5,262 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 5,250 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 27 Jun 2012 5,250 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 May 2011 5,193 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 5,193 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 4,958 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 4,623 miles

hazard lights slow but working

Pass 30 Oct 2007 4,547 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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TVV 989W is a 1980 MG Mgb GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 57,648 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 Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TVV 989W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 46 years old, this MG Mgb GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TVV 989W?

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What year was TVV 989W registered?

TVV 989W is a 1980 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 8 September 1980.

Is TVV 989W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVV 989W shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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