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WVJ 78T

1979 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

70,273 mi
Last recorded70,273 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVJ 78T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 70,273 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 69,383 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 69,101 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 68,891 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 68,833 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 68,732 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 68,698 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 68,670 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 68,629 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 68,588 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 69,866 miles

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 68,917 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 68,476 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 68,296 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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WVJ 78T is a 1979 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 78T, 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 WVJ 78T?

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What year was WVJ 78T registered?

WVJ 78T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 2 January 1979.

Is WVJ 78T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVJ 78T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WVJ 78T have outstanding finance?

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