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GYN 211W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,261 mi
Last recorded22,261 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYN 211W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 22,261 miles

all four tyres cracked and perished

Fail 11 Jun 2020 22,260 miles

Fuel pipe leaking at in line fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

all four tyres cracked and perished

Pass 23 Jun 2014 21,948 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 21,704 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 21,541 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 21,541 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 21,359 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 21,037 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 21,037 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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GYN 211W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GYN 211W, 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 45 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GYN 211W registered?

GYN 211W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 5 March 1981.

Is GYN 211W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYN 211W shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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