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RPF 909X

1981 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

13,496 mi
Last recorded13,496 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPF 909X
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 13,496 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 13,493 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 13,493 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 13,492 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 13,492 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 13,490 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 13,478 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 13,449 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 13,063 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 12,808 miles

Oil leak

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 12,507 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

all tyres starting to perish

Fail 1 Jul 2013 12,507 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2012 12,461 miles

Tyres starting to perish on outer walls.

Pass 4 Jul 2011 11,906 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 4 Jul 2011 11,906 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 1 Jul 2010 11,472 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 11,067 miles

oil leak from o/s/r axle hub

Pass 21 Jul 2008 10,384 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 9,843 miles

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

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

o/s/r brake back plate has fluid weeping from †behind

Pass 27 Jul 2007 9,843 miles

o/s/r brake back plate has fluid weeping from †behind

Pass 11 Jul 2006 9,378 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 8,395 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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RPF 909X is a 1981 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 RPF 909X, 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 RPF 909X?

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What year was RPF 909X registered?

RPF 909X is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 1 September 1981.

Is RPF 909X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPF 909X shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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