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VAG 279R

1993 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,814 mi
Last recorded14,814 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 1993 MG B GT26,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAG 279R
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 14,814 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 14,620 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 14,584 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 14,528 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 14,421 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 14,208 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 14,064 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 11 May 2013 14,064 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2012 13,987 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 12,888 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 12,668 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2009 12,667 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 12,057 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 9,580 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 8,915 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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VAG 279R is a 1993 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1993 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 26,093 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 VAG 279R, 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 33 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 VAG 279R registered?

VAG 279R is a 1993 MG B GT, first registered on 24 February 1993.

Is VAG 279R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAG 279R shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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