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SFC 288X

1981 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

53,188 mi
Last recorded53,188 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFC 288X
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 53,188 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 53,162 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 52,465 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 52,452 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 52,388 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 52,372 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 52,327 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 52,297 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 52,297 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 52,282 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 52,235 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 52,135 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 52,121 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 52,106 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 51,987 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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SFC 288X is a 1981 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 SFC 288X, 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 SFC 288X registered?

SFC 288X is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is SFC 288X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFC 288X shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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