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XGF 428W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,358 mi
Last recorded82,358 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGF 428W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2021 82,358 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 82,210 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 82,159 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 81,929 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 81,657 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 81,629 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 81,587 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 81,551 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 81,429 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 81,280 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2012 81,278 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 8 May 2007 79,944 miles

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 79,299 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 79,298 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Crack in windscreen

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside front bumpstop missing.

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside front tyre sidewall cracked.

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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XGF 428W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,908 miles. This 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 XGF 428W, 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 XGF 428W?

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What year was XGF 428W registered?

XGF 428W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 20 February 1981.

Is XGF 428W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGF 428W shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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