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WAC 982X

1982 MG B GT

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

87,082 mi
Last recorded87,082 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 1982 MG B GT53,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAC 982X
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1982
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 87,082 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 86,753 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 86,117 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

slight lift o/s king pin

Pass 1 Aug 2018 85,094 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 82,878 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 79,382 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

underside of vehicle has been heavily under sealed unable to fully inspect

Pass 23 Jun 2015 79,138 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 78,537 miles

both rear gas shock absorbers have very little movement

Fail 1 Jul 2014 78,534 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

both rear gas shock absorbers have very little movement

Pass 4 Jun 2013 77,807 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 77,569 miles

oil leak from rear seal on overdrive unit

unable to fully inspect both rear leaf springs as covered in protective cover

Fail 11 May 2012 77,516 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

oil leak from rear seal on overdrive unit

unable to fully inspect both rear leaf springs as covered in protective cover

Pass 31 May 2011 75,380 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 74,362 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 72,264 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 72,264 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 69,951 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 66,721 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 65,452 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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WAC 982X is a 1982 MG B GT in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WAC 982X, 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 WAC 982X?

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What year was WAC 982X registered?

WAC 982X is a 1982 MG B GT, first registered on 18 January 1982.

Is WAC 982X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAC 982X shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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