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XMP 916T

1979 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

2,180 mi
Last recorded2,180 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMP 916T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 2,180 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 5 Oct 2016 2,180 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 1,980 miles

n/s/r lever damper suspension unit leaking

o/s/f floor to sill corroded however not within a prescribed area

Pass 4 Jul 2014 1,347 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 1,437 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 1,120 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Fail 18 Oct 2013 1,120 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 1,100 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2012 1,100 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 221 miles

slight play in steering rack

underside of car rusted

Pass 15 Sep 2009 34 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 99,996 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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XMP 916T is a 1979 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XMP 916T, 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 XMP 916T registered?

XMP 916T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 26 January 1979.

Is XMP 916T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMP 916T shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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