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B225 OFK

1984 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,853 mi
Last recorded52,853 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2021
Typical for 1984 MG B GT32,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB225 OFK
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2021 52,853 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 50,478 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 49,785 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 48,891 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 48,490 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 48,490 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 47,840 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 46,846 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 45,929 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 45,647 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Feb 2012 44,779 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Mar 2011 43,978 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Mar 2010 43,334 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 42,870 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 42,870 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 41,809 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 39,003 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 38,339 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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B225 OFK is a 1984 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1984 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 32,017 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 B225 OFK, 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 42 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 B225 OFK?

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What year was B225 OFK registered?

B225 OFK is a 1984 MG B GT, first registered on 1 October 1984.

Is B225 OFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B225 OFK shows 18 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.

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