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VGY 42X

1981 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

23,896 mi
Last recorded23,896 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGY 42X
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 23,896 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 21,924 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 20,882 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 20,882 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 119,128 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 119,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 16,550 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 14,063 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 14,063 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 11,447 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2006 8,397 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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VGY 42X is a 1981 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1981 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,908 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 VGY 42X, 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 VGY 42X registered?

VGY 42X is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is VGY 42X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGY 42X shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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