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GMO 203W

1980 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,920 mi
Last recorded37,920 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMO 203W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 37,920 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 37,557 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 37,180 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 36,955 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 36,911 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 36,812 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 36,736 miles

Both headlight reflectors slightly deteriated and slightly affecting the beam images

Fail 2 Aug 2013 36,729 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both headlight reflectors slightly deteriated and slightly affecting the beam images

Pass 2 Oct 2009 36,706 miles

Slight lift in both steering king pins

Pass 20 May 2008 35,296 miles

18% front brake imbalance c/l 536543

Fail 8 May 2008 35,285 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

c/l 536543

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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GMO 203W is a 1980 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 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 GMO 203W, 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 46 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 GMO 203W registered?

GMO 203W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is GMO 203W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMO 203W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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