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YLG 613W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,459 mi
Last recorded26,459 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLG 613W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 26,459 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 26,403 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s/f tyre inner sidewall damage

o/s/f tyre outer sidewall and tread damage

Pass 25 May 2013 25,369 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 21,442 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 21,435 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 16,463 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 9,323 miles

n/s/f & o/s/f tyres perished

Fail 9 Sep 2009 9,323 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 4 Aug 2008 2,373 miles

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

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 98,187 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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

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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YLG 613W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YLG 613W, 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 YLG 613W registered?

YLG 613W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 24 February 1981.

Is YLG 613W safe to buy?

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