MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
86,808 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)
Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
minor play noted within steering rack side arms.
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
slight play noted within steering rack side arm ball joints.
How Reliable is the MG B GT?
Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.
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ORS 501W is a 1981 MG B GT in Yellow 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 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 ORS 501W, 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.
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What year was ORS 501W registered?
ORS 501W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 3 April 1981.
Is ORS 501W safe to buy?
The MOT history for ORS 501W 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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