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NGU 168W

1981 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2012
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

80,512 mi
Last recorded80,512 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2011
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGU 168W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2011 80,512 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 78,208 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 78,208 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 74,788 miles

tinted sun strip. rear leaf springs poor, play in osf inner stearing joint, play in nsf king pin, general oil leaks, burnt out overdrive wiring loom.

Fail 30 Sep 2009 74,502 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

tinted sun strip. rear leaf springs poor, play in osf inner stearing joint, play in nsf king pin, general oil leaks, burnt out overdrive wiring loom.

Pass 29 Oct 2008 71,069 miles

front pads getting low

Fail 28 Oct 2008 71,069 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

front pads getting low

Pass 19 Dec 2007 70,191 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 69,101 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 69,094 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 67,489 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2005 67,479 miles

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

Offside Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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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NGU 168W is a 1981 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 NGU 168W, 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 NGU 168W registered?

NGU 168W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is NGU 168W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NGU 168W shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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