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SLO 804W

1981 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

81,282 mi
Last recorded81,282 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLO 804W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 81,282 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 80,831 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 80,237 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 79,511 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 78,818 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 78,087 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 77,124 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 77,124 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 76,044 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 75,394 miles

N/S REAR TYRE SMALL CRACKS IN OUTER SIDE WALL

Pass 12 May 2015 74,934 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 11 May 2015 74,934 miles

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 May 2014 74,874 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 74,600 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 May 2013 74,600 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 74,590 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 74,531 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 74,518 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 74,504 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 74,271 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 78,632 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 74,244 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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SLO 804W is a 1981 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 SLO 804W, 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 SLO 804W?

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What year was SLO 804W registered?

SLO 804W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 11 April 1981.

Is SLO 804W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLO 804W shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SLO 804W have outstanding finance?

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