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SBY 955W

1981 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2021
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,582 mi
Last recorded7,582 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2020
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBY 955W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2020 7,582 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission, minor leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

advise, position/headlamp switch operation

rear exhaust mounting rubbers deteriorated,, recommend replace

vehicle in "Excellent" condition for age

Fail 28 Oct 2020 7,582 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission, minor leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

advise, position/headlamp switch operation

rear exhaust mounting rubbers deteriorated,, recommend replace

vehicle in "Excellent" condition for age

Pass 1 Nov 2019 7,451 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust mounting rubbers slightly deteriorated,,, recommend replace

vehicle in "outstanding" condition for age

Fail 1 Nov 2019 7,451 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust mounting rubbers slightly deteriorated,,, recommend replace

vehicle in "outstanding" condition for age

Pass 31 Oct 2018 7,218 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

n/s steering rack gaitor, slightly deteriorated

rear exhaust mounting rubbers, slightly deteriorated

vehicle in Excellent condition for age

Pass 2 Nov 2017 6,979 miles

vehicle in "excellent" condition for age

Fail 31 Oct 2017 6,979 miles

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

vehicle has intermittent starting issues

vehicle in "excellent" condition for age

Pass 11 Nov 2016 6,372 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 5,436 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 4,905 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 4,389 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 3,894 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 2,600 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 2,600 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 449 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 98,138 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 21 Nov 2008 96,222 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

slight play in steering rack under load

Pass 21 Nov 2008 96,222 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

slight play in steering rack under load

Pass 10 Dec 2007 95,620 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

slight play in steering rack

Fail 10 Dec 2007 95,608 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

slight play in steering rack

Fail 17 Nov 2006 94,844 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

advance handbrake travel

slight play in offside steering rack

Pass 17 Nov 2006 94,844 miles

advance handbrake travel

slight play in offside steering rack

Fail 21 Oct 2005 93,188 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

advise, nearside rear foot and handbrake performances slightly lower than offside

advise, offside rear leaf spring assembly weaker than nearside

Pass 21 Oct 2005 93,188 miles

advise, nearside rear foot and handbrake performances slightly lower than offside

advise, offside rear leaf spring assembly weaker than nearside

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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SBY 955W is a 1981 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SBY 955W, 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 SBY 955W registered?

SBY 955W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 24 April 1981.

Is SBY 955W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBY 955W shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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