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FAA 939S

1977 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,406 mi
Last recorded84,406 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 1977 MG B GT49,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAA 939S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 84,406 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive engine,transmission and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 7 Aug 2020 84,401 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive engine, transmission and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fuel cap seal perished

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust mount broken

Fail 7 Aug 2020 84,401 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fuel system component leaking Union bolt near tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive engine, transmission and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fuel cap seal perished

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 18 Jul 2019 84,297 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 84,169 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 83,254 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 82,901 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 82,642 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 82,469 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 82,462 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 82,447 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 82,440 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 82,435 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 82,434 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FAA 939S is a 1977 MG B GT in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1977 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 49,378 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 FAA 939S, 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 49 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FAA 939S registered?

FAA 939S is a 1977 MG B GT, first registered on 26 November 1977.

Is FAA 939S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAA 939S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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