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VGS 602W

1981 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

55,153 mi
Last recorded55,153 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGS 602W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 55,153 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 55,053 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 54,576 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2018 54,491 miles
Pass 21 May 2017 54,469 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 54,093 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 54,080 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 53,159 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 53,008 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 52,221 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 51,995 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 51,801 miles
Pass 25 May 2009 51,403 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 51,232 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 50,604 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 50,604 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 50,601 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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VGS 602W is a 1981 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VGS 602W, 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 VGS 602W?

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What year was VGS 602W registered?

VGS 602W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 4 June 1981.

Is VGS 602W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGS 602W shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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