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DOR 588W

1981 MG B GT

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

7,191 mi
Last recorded7,191 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOR 588W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 7,191 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 7,183 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 971 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 612 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 611 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 98,801 miles

Offside front wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 12 Apr 2017 98,183 miles

Slight noise from nearside front wheel bearing.

Fail 11 Apr 2017 98,181 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Slight noise from nearside front wheel bearing.

Pass 31 Mar 2016 97,277 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Slight noise from both front wheel bearings.

Pass 17 Apr 2015 96,060 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 96,060 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 94,938 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 94,143 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 93,465 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 91,487 miles

rear springs weak

Pass 21 Jul 2010 87,651 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 85,476 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 81,600 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 80,805 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 80,798 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 78,748 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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DOR 588W is a 1981 MG B GT in Brown 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 DOR 588W, 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

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What year was DOR 588W registered?

DOR 588W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 22 January 1981.

Is DOR 588W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOR 588W 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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