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DFM 999X

1981 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

72,975 mi
Last recorded72,975 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFM 999X
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 72,975 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 72,975 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 72,236 miles

Offside jacking point deteriorated

Fail 20 Jun 2014 72,236 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside jacking point deteriorated

Pass 18 Jun 2013 71,686 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 71,679 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working

Pass 25 Jul 2011 71,645 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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DFM 999X is a 1981 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DFM 999X, 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 DFM 999X?

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What year was DFM 999X registered?

DFM 999X is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 2 September 1981.

Is DFM 999X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFM 999X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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