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YMA 5W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

45,308 mi
Last recorded45,308 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2018
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMA 5W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2018 45,308 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 44,864 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 43,295 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 40,280 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 37,790 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 36,513 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 33,444 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 31,864 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 30,055 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 27,505 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 25,696 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 25,696 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 25,540 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 25,054 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 23,097 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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YMA 5W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YMA 5W, 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 YMA 5W?

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What year was YMA 5W registered?

YMA 5W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 20 February 1981.

Is YMA 5W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMA 5W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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