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GCX 213Y

1983 MG B

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,155 mi
Last recorded45,155 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2011
Typical for 1983 MG B42,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCX 213Y
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1983
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2011 45,155 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 45,093 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 45,082 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2009 44,659 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 43,677 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 May 2006 43,406 miles

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber mounting (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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GCX 213Y is a 1983 MG B in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 42,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GCX 213Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 43 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GCX 213Y?

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What year was GCX 213Y registered?

GCX 213Y is a 1983 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1983.

Is GCX 213Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCX 213Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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