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RBW 112W

1981 MG GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

56,652 mi
Last recorded56,652 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 1981 MG GT33,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBW 112W
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 56,652 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 56,202 miles

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

engine oil leak

n/s/f steering rack arm slight play

Pass 3 Jul 2019 55,998 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 55,807 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 55,140 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 54,515 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 53,528 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 52,276 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 51,307 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 51,307 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 49,310 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 46,918 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 45,378 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

both front bump stops split

Fail 6 Jan 2009 45,378 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

both front bump stops split

Pass 5 Jan 2008 44,049 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 42,449 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 40,931 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

How Reliable is the MG GT?

Based on 3,490 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 114
brake binding 81
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 77
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 68
Steering rack gaiter split 63
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RBW 112W is a 1981 MG GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1981 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 33,536 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RBW 112W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 45 years old, this MG GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RBW 112W?

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What year was RBW 112W registered?

RBW 112W is a 1981 MG GT, first registered on 13 February 1981.

Is RBW 112W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBW 112W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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