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PNA 528W

1981 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,579 mi
Last recorded76,579 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNA 528W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 76,579 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 76,301 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 5 Apr 2011 70,587 miles

Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Fail 5 Apr 2011 70,584 miles

Offside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 64,745 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 64,732 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

nearside rear back plate slightly damp

Pass 25 Feb 2009 63,962 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 63,962 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 63,135 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 62,555 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 62,550 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 61,183 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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PNA 528W is a 1981 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 PNA 528W, 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

How do I check the history of PNA 528W?

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What year was PNA 528W registered?

PNA 528W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 2 March 1981.

Is PNA 528W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNA 528W shows 12 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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