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UFC 988T

1979 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

46,699 mi
Last recorded46,699 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFC 988T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 46,699 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2018 46,601 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 46,086 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 45,692 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 44,581 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 43,553 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 42,612 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 41,382 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 40,381 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 38,506 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Slight corrosion on nearside front floor.

Slight corrosion on offside rear inner wheelarch, at rearmost edge

Pass 4 Apr 2009 36,678 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 31,813 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 27,724 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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UFC 988T is a 1979 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 UFC 988T, 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 UFC 988T registered?

UFC 988T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 12 May 1979.

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