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VMX 535X

1981 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,814 mi
Last recorded93,814 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMX 535X
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 93,814 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases AT MAIN BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2021 93,477 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 92,961 miles

Nearside Front axle kingpin slight lift

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front axle kingpin slight lift

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underbody coated in underseal

Fail 13 Dec 2018 92,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front axle kingpin slight lift

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front axle kingpin slight lift

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underbody coated in underseal

Pass 1 Sep 2014 91,350 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 92,295 miles

difficult to assess vehicle due to underseal

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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VMX 535X is a 1981 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VMX 535X, 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 VMX 535X registered?

VMX 535X is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is VMX 535X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMX 535X 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.

Does VMX 535X have outstanding finance?

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