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RRK 722W

1981 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,394 mi
Last recorded83,394 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRK 722W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 83,394 miles

possible intermittant fault to screen-washer pump/circuit

Fail 6 May 2016 83,394 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

possible intermittant fault to screen-washer pump/circuit

Pass 27 May 2015 81,799 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 81,095 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 79,525 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 79,523 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear tyres perishing

Pass 26 Mar 2008 79,457 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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RRK 722W is a 1981 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 RRK 722W, 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 RRK 722W?

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What year was RRK 722W registered?

RRK 722W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 4 March 1981.

Is RRK 722W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRK 722W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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