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EWS 544W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

14,558 mi
Last recorded14,558 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWS 544W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 14,558 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 14,549 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 14,327 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 14,325 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 14,258 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 14,156 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 13,907 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 13,640 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 13,450 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 13,158 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 13,158 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 12,793 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 12,410 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 11,906 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 11,672 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 11,176 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 11,020 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 10,920 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 10,846 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 10,750 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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EWS 544W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 EWS 544W, 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 EWS 544W registered?

EWS 544W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 10 March 1981.

Is EWS 544W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWS 544W shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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