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WVE 847T

1979 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,309 mi
Last recorded54,309 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVE 847T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2018 54,309 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 52,749 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 51,027 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 50,749 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 50,137 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 49,242 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 48,773 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 47,678 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 46,036 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 46,016 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 46,002 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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WVE 847T is a 1979 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WVE 847T, 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

How do I check the history of WVE 847T?

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What year was WVE 847T registered?

WVE 847T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is WVE 847T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVE 847T shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WVE 847T have outstanding finance?

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