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FDK 789W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,518 mi
Last recorded77,518 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDK 789W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 77,518 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 77,421 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 77,267 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 22 Aug 2014 77,267 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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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FDK 789W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FDK 789W, 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 FDK 789W?

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What year was FDK 789W registered?

FDK 789W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 16 February 1981.

Is FDK 789W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDK 789W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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