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RKV 222W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

4,050 mi
Last recorded4,050 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKV 222W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 4,050 miles

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

Central Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil leak and overdrive leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2024 3,845 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded Both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 3,363 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded Both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 2,466 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 2,264 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 1,964 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 1,711 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 1,252 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 570 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 24 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 99,467 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 99,111 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 97,182 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 95,461 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

slight play in offside steering arm

Pass 30 Sep 2011 93,517 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Oct 2010 91,621 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 89,233 miles

adv new hazard switch

Fail 29 Sep 2009 89,233 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 86,700 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 84,377 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 80,539 miles

adv slight fluid leak to offside rear sh/absorber

Pass 8 Oct 2005 77,084 miles

adv nearside antiroll bar bush

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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RKV 222W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 RKV 222W, 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 RKV 222W registered?

RKV 222W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 1 February 1981.

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