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UPL 547F

1981 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

47,284 mi
Last recorded47,284 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPL 547F
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 47,284 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 47,199 miles

Rear silencer some corrosion

Pass 17 Dec 2015 46,974 miles

Rear hose at pump

Pass 3 Sep 2014 46,773 miles

nearside front floor, outer sill, bottom of wing and floor to sill corroding

repair to nearside out rigger heavily under sealed unable to fully verify welding

Fail 20 Aug 2014 46,751 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

nearside front floor, outer sill, bottom of wing and floor to sill corroding

Pass 24 Aug 2012 46,269 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 45,952 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front of nearside outer sill coroding

slight play offside rear wheel

vehicle generaally show signs of corrosion

Fail 16 Aug 2011 45,952 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front of nearside outer sill coroding

slight play offside rear wheel

vehicle generaally show signs of corrosion

Pass 20 Aug 2010 45,651 miles

rear silencer corroding and slight blow

Pass 21 Aug 2009 44,848 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 44,361 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 43,643 miles

signs of dampness offside rear shock absorber

some corrosion main front to rear and front brake pipes

some movement in steering rack

front prop bolts loose

Fail 26 Mar 2007 43,643 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

front of offside outer sill and wing has been filled

signs of dampness offside rear shock absorber

some corrosion main front to rear and front brake pipes

some movement in steering rack

front prop bolts loose

structure seriously weakened due to corrosion in front of outer sill

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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UPL 547F is a 1981 MG B GT in Black 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 UPL 547F, 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 UPL 547F?

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What year was UPL 547F registered?

UPL 547F is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is UPL 547F safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPL 547F 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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