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SRO 49W

1981 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,253 mi
Last recorded53,253 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2018
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRO 49W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2018 53,253 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 53,216 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 52,623 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 52,518 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 51,927 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 51,398 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 50,956 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 50,506 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 50,086 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake fluctuating

Oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2009 49,284 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 49,036 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Slight fluctuating on both front brakes

Pass 11 Aug 2007 48,512 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 47,987 miles

Both rear shock mounts rusty

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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SRO 49W is a 1981 MG B GT in Yellow with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SRO 49W, 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 SRO 49W?

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What year was SRO 49W registered?

SRO 49W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 2 February 1981.

Is SRO 49W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRO 49W shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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