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SEL 52X

1981 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,584 mi
Last recorded56,584 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEL 52X
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 56,584 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2026 56,553 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 54,247 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 51,252 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 51,236 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 48,544 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 48,537 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 45,499 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Jul 2022 45,499 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 44,007 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill`s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 43,645 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 43,105 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 42,417 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 41,781 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 41,779 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 41,775 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 40,643 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 35,798 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 35,690 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 35,690 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 35,667 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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SEL 52X is a 1981 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 SEL 52X, 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 SEL 52X?

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What year was SEL 52X registered?

SEL 52X is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is SEL 52X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEL 52X shows 21 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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