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WBX 205T

1979 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

26,118 mi
Last recorded26,118 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBX 205T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 26,118 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 25,831 miles

advise chaqnge brake fluid

advise headlamps dim

advise new steering rack boots

Pass 19 Jul 2017 25,339 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 24,764 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Jul 2015 24,225 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 233,385 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 22,573 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 21,999 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 21,990 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 21,355 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 20,978 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 20,329 miles

general corrosion

Fail 2 Sep 2008 20,320 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

generall corrosion

rear fog lamp not working

Pass 21 Aug 2007 19,987 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 18,585 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 18,585 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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WBX 205T is a 1979 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WBX 205T, 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 WBX 205T registered?

WBX 205T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 14 February 1979.

Is WBX 205T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBX 205T shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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