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MRM 465W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2015
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,767 mi
Last recorded89,767 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRM 465W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2014 89,767 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 89,767 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 89,750 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 89,750 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 89,174 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 89,174 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 88,485 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 88,485 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 May 2009 88,001 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 88,001 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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MRM 465W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MRM 465W, 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

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What year was MRM 465W registered?

MRM 465W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 12 February 1981.

Is MRM 465W safe to buy?

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