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SAC 686W

1981 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,039 mi
Last recorded53,039 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAC 686W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2025 53,039 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 52,705 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 52,291 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 51,996 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 51,496 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 50,810 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 50,576 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 49,814 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 48,798 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 47,567 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 46,254 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 45,094 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 43,492 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 41,947 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 40,573 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 39,282 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 38,015 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 35,697 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 34,122 miles

off side front kingpin has slight play

Pass 30 Sep 2006 31,520 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 28,786 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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SAC 686W is a 1981 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SAC 686W, 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 SAC 686W?

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What year was SAC 686W registered?

SAC 686W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 20 May 1981.

Is SAC 686W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAC 686W shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAC 686W have outstanding finance?

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