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RCT 18H

1981 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,357 mi
Last recorded98,357 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCT 18H
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 98,357 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 95,674 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 94,886 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 94,550 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 94,290 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 17 May 2017 94,007 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 94,007 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2016 93,206 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 92,604 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 May 2015 92,604 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 92,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

light scratches on front screen

Pass 6 May 2010 92,224 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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RCT 18H is a 1981 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RCT 18H, 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 RCT 18H?

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What year was RCT 18H registered?

RCT 18H is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is RCT 18H safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCT 18H shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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