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TSU 720W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,893 mi
Last recorded84,893 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSU 720W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 84,893 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 81,574 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 81,229 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 81,229 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 80,179 miles

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated both front (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 79,700 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 79,555 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 79,165 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 79,002 miles

HEADLAMP TELL-TALE DOES NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN MAIN BEAM IS SELECTED.

Pass 8 Mar 2011 78,750 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 78,033 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 78,033 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 77,140 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 75,664 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 74,529 miles

main beam tell tail not working

Pass 18 Apr 2006 72,414 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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TSU 720W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 TSU 720W, 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 TSU 720W registered?

TSU 720W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is TSU 720W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSU 720W shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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