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YHG 779V

1980 MG Mgb GT

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

115,214 mi
Last recorded115,214 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb GT57,648 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHG 779V
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 115,214 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 115,214 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 13,753 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Oil leak Gearbox area ()

Pass 5 Apr 2017 13,681 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 13,556 miles

Offside handbrake low efficiency may require adjustment or repair

Pass 20 Apr 2015 13,134 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 13,134 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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YHG 779V is a 1980 MG Mgb GT in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 57,648 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 Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YHG 779V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 46 years old, this MG Mgb GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YHG 779V?

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What year was YHG 779V registered?

YHG 779V is a 1980 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 7 March 1980.

Is YHG 779V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHG 779V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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