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GTP 258X

1982 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

9,413 mi
Last recorded9,413 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 1982 MG B48,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTP 258X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 9,413 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 9,413 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL HOLED (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 8,617 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 7,939 miles

Nearside Front Outer wing rusty

Nearside Front floor rusty

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front floor rusty

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 27 Apr 2018 7,939 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Outer wing rusty

Nearside Front floor rusty

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front floor rusty

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 May 2017 7,258 miles

Nearside Front floor

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front floor

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 May 2017 7,258 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front floor

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front floor

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 6,653 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 6,474 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 6,125 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 5,812 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 5,273 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 4,451 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 3,491 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 2,563 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 1,756 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 702 miles

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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GTP 258X is a 1982 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1982 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 48,852 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 GTP 258X, 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 44 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GTP 258X registered?

GTP 258X is a 1982 MG B, first registered on 15 January 1982.

Is GTP 258X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTP 258X shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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