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UFW 701W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

73,602 mi
Last recorded73,602 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFW 701W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 73,602 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 73,602 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 73,576 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 73,506 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 73,247 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 73,084 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 73,059 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 71,004 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 71,004 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 70,958 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 90,934 miles

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 7 Jan 2008 90,934 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 16 Oct 2006 70,906 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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UFW 701W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 UFW 701W, 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 UFW 701W?

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What year was UFW 701W registered?

UFW 701W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 31 July 1981.

Is UFW 701W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFW 701W shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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