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FDE 169W

1981 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,052 mi
Last recorded74,052 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDE 169W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 74,052 miles

this vehicle is heavily undersealed throughout to underside

Pass 14 Sep 2016 74,034 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs rusty (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front and rear tyres diffrent size

heavily welded under neath

Fail 12 Sep 2016 74,034 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded middle floor holed (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor holed (5.2.6)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs rusty (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front and rear tyres diffrent size

heavily welded under neath

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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FDE 169W is a 1981 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FDE 169W, 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 FDE 169W?

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What year was FDE 169W registered?

FDE 169W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 15 May 1981.

Is FDE 169W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDE 169W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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