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OMX 727W

1981 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

78,693 mi
Last recorded78,693 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMX 727W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 78,693 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 78,567 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 78,541 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 78,533 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 78,508 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 78,229 miles

os front caliper flex hose wet with fluid

Pass 1 Apr 2015 77,855 miles

oil leak at engine area

slight brake pipe corrosion

Fail 10 Mar 2015 77,848 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

excessive engine oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2014 77,350 miles

oil leak at n/s/f wheel area

play in steering

prescribed areas and chassis beginning to corrode

slight smoke coming from exhaust

Pass 20 Mar 2013 76,813 miles

oil leak over nearside front hub and suspension area

Pass 22 Mar 2012 75,665 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 74,589 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2010 71,411 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 69,087 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 65,245 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 65,208 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 65,125 miles

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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OMX 727W is a 1981 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 OMX 727W, 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 OMX 727W registered?

OMX 727W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 15 April 1981.

Is OMX 727W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMX 727W shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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