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FDK 890W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,941 mi
Last recorded77,941 miles
Recorded on1 May 2013
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDK 890W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2013 77,941 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 77,796 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 77,238 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 76,042 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 76,023 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 76,022 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 75,671 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 74,999 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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FDK 890W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 890W, 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 890W?

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What year was FDK 890W registered?

FDK 890W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 20 February 1981.

Is FDK 890W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDK 890W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FDK 890W have outstanding finance?

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