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XFD 56X

1982 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,448 mi
Last recorded54,448 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2009
Typical for 1982 MG B GT53,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFD 56X
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Feb 2009 54,448 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

offside front wing corroded

rear brakes out of balance

Pass 9 Feb 2009 54,448 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 51,440 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brakes out of balance

Pass 6 Feb 2007 48,115 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 45,941 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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XFD 56X is a 1982 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XFD 56X, 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 XFD 56X?

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What year was XFD 56X registered?

XFD 56X is a 1982 MG B GT, first registered on 12 February 1982.

Is XFD 56X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFD 56X shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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