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UNB 971X

1982 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,806 mi
Last recorded99,806 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 1982 MG B GT53,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNB 971X
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 99,806 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has surface cracks on sidewall

Offside Rear tyre has surface cracks on sidewall

Pass 27 Sep 2019 99,762 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 99,722 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Bonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2017 99,369 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 99,297 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 99,119 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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UNB 971X is a 1982 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 53,914 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 UNB 971X, 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 44 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 UNB 971X?

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What year was UNB 971X registered?

UNB 971X is a 1982 MG B GT, first registered on 1 January 1982.

Is UNB 971X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNB 971X shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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