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D138 KEX

1987 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,723 mi
Last recorded42,723 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 1987 MG B GT48,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD138 KEX
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 42,723 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Lower rear diff oil leak

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Mar 2025 42,692 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 41,453 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 40,812 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords centre of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 40,400 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 40,128 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 39,242 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 37,428 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 35,615 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 34,355 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 33,776 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 32,884 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 32,441 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 30,612 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 29,931 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 28,642 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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D138 KEX is a 1987 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,974 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 D138 KEX, 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 39 years old, this MG B GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D138 KEX registered?

D138 KEX is a 1987 MG B GT, first registered on 1 March 1987.

Is D138 KEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D138 KEX shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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