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YML 679T

1979 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

689 mi
Last recorded689 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYML 679T
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2025 689 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 99,601 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 98,859 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 98,351 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 97,888 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 97,461 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 96,736 miles

Nearside Front king pin slight play

Offside Front king pin slight play

Pass 9 Apr 2018 95,790 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 94,588 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 94,091 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 93,787 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 93,149 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 92,253 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 91,211 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 90,138 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 88,932 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 87,448 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 86,296 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 85,242 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 84,295 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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YML 679T is a 1979 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 YML 679T, 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 YML 679T?

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What year was YML 679T registered?

YML 679T is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 12 March 1979.

Is YML 679T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YML 679T shows 20 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 YML 679T have outstanding finance?

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