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EPL 707V

1979 MG B GT V8

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,575 mi
Last recorded11,575 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPL 707V
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 11,575 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 11,430 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 11,274 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 11,274 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2019 11,225 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 10,849 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2014 10,837 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 10,811 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 10,546 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT V8?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 160
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
brake binding 141
Stop lamp not working 132
Horn not working 109
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EPL 707V is a 1979 MG B GT V8 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a MG B GT V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EPL 707V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 47 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EPL 707V?

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What year was EPL 707V registered?

EPL 707V is a 1979 MG B GT V8, first registered on 21 September 1979.

Is EPL 707V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPL 707V 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.

Does EPL 707V have outstanding finance?

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