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DEC 117W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

102,897 mi
Last recorded102,897 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEC 117W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2023 102,897 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2023 102,691 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 100,646 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Oct 2021 100,645 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 99,320 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 96,516 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 96,473 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner5 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower coolant leak (radiator ? )

starter motor not engaging

Pass 9 Jan 2018 94,822 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 93,577 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2017 93,577 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2016 93,450 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Front hanger (sill) (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Front hanger (sill) (2.4.A.3)

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

Reduced effort N/S parking brake

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 32,372 miles

Oil leak.

Pass 17 Nov 2014 90,851 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2013 87,307 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2012 82,246 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 78,898 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 75,880 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 71,474 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Sep 2008 70,270 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 69,216 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 68,619 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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DEC 117W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1981 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,908 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 DEC 117W, 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 45 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 DEC 117W?

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What year was DEC 117W registered?

DEC 117W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is DEC 117W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEC 117W shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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