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OVR 55W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,920 mi
Last recorded9,920 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVR 55W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 9,920 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 May 2016 9,650 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 9,208 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 8,907 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 9,048 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 9,076 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 rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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 brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 May 2012 7,870 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 7,820 miles

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

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 5,721 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 5,089 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 4,226 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 2,621 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 96,360 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 88,623 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 88,601 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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OVR 55W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OVR 55W, 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 OVR 55W registered?

OVR 55W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OVR 55W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVR 55W shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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