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FAB 22X

1981 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

85,980 mi
Last recorded85,980 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAB 22X
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 85,980 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2019 84,018 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 81,179 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 81,179 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 80,892 miles

off side rear axle hub seal leaking

Pass 8 Nov 2016 80,619 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 80,248 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 80,027 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 79,844 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 79,573 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2012 79,257 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 79,256 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jan 2011 78,819 miles

Front wings corroding by lower sill mounting points

General oil leaks from engine and transmition

Off side front shockabsorber slightly weak

Fail 20 Jan 2011 78,819 miles

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

Front wings corroding by lower sill mounting points

General oil leaks from engine and transmition

Off side front shockabsorber slightly weak

Pass 18 Jan 2010 78,267 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 77,565 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 76,775 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 75,938 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 75,938 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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FAB 22X is a 1981 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FAB 22X, 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 FAB 22X registered?

FAB 22X is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 10 August 1981.

Is FAB 22X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAB 22X shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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