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DAB 650W

1981 MG GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,361 mi
Last recorded35,361 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1981 MG GT33,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAB 650W
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 35,361 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2026 35,361 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2021 33,536 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 33,487 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 33,461 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 33,428 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 33,331 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner and outer sill panel (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner and outer sill (6.1.B.2)

offside and nearside chassis rail has slight corrosion

rear has slight corrsosion

Pass 12 May 2014 33,194 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 33,175 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 33,075 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 30,780 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 30,780 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Pass 28 Dec 2007 71,909 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 71,907 miles

How Reliable is the MG GT?

Based on 3,490 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 114
brake binding 81
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 77
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 68
Steering rack gaiter split 63
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DAB 650W is a 1981 MG 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 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 33,536 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DAB 650W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 45 years old, this MG GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DAB 650W?

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What year was DAB 650W registered?

DAB 650W is a 1981 MG GT, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is DAB 650W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAB 650W 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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