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TWL 500T

1979 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

51,048 mi
Last recorded51,048 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWL 500T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2019 51,048 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 48,369 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 48,369 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 45,528 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 42,495 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 38,803 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 38,800 miles

Front Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2014 35,049 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 31,731 miles

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)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 22 Jan 2013 31,728 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2) DANGEROUS

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)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 28,646 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 27,025 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 24,715 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 22,800 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 22,800 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 19,445 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 19,445 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 18,963 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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TWL 500T is a 1979 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 TWL 500T, 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

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What year was TWL 500T registered?

TWL 500T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 19 March 1979.

Is TWL 500T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWL 500T shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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