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WVJ 702T

1979 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,691 mi
Last recorded91,691 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVJ 702T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 91,691 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 91,140 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 90,961 miles

o/s front brake caliper slightly binding

o/s n/s steering rack end bearings slightly worn

Pass 28 Mar 2015 90,942 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 90,938 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 90,913 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

underbody underseal

Fail 12 Jun 2013 90,913 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

underbody underseal

Pass 18 Jun 2011 90,909 miles

Excessive use of body sealent

Pass 30 Oct 2008 90,849 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

surface corrosion to lower part of the n/s door

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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WVJ 702T is a 1979 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WVJ 702T, 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 WVJ 702T registered?

WVJ 702T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 1 February 1979.

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The MOT history for WVJ 702T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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