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SNX 476W

1981 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

13,537 mi
Last recorded13,537 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNX 476W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2020 13,537 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 13,533 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 12,247 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 8,792 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 8,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 8,178 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 7,271 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 6,550 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 6,461 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2012 5,675 miles

Coolant leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 4,201 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 3,380 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 2,089 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 2,087 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 May 2008 1,101 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 1,096 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 11 May 2007 99,711 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 99,569 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 99,569 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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SNX 476W is a 1981 MG B GT in Black with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 SNX 476W, 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 SNX 476W registered?

SNX 476W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 20 March 1981.

Is SNX 476W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNX 476W shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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