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TBG 706V

1979 MG GT

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

35,741 mi
Last recorded35,741 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 MG GT49,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBG 706V
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 35,741 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 35,740 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 35,330 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 35,226 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2017 32,017 miles

Offside Front damper slight leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 6 Apr 2017 32,013 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front damper slight leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 27,966 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 Mar 2016 27,963 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 May 2014 25,569 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 24,530 miles

oil leaks from engine and gearbox

Fail 12 Jun 2013 24,530 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leaks from engine and gearbox

How Reliable is the MG GT?

Based on 3,490 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 114
brake binding 81
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 77
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 68
Steering rack gaiter split 63
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TBG 706V is a 1979 MG GT in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1979 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 49,562 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TBG 706V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 47 years old, this MG GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TBG 706V registered?

TBG 706V is a 1979 MG GT, first registered on 1 December 1979.

Is TBG 706V safe to buy?

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