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GKF 642D

1981 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,662 mi
Last recorded23,662 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKF 642D
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 23,662 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2018 23,408 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 22,944 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 22,226 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 21,604 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 20,892 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 20,181 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 19,551 miles

front propshaft bolts loose.

Fail 24 Apr 2012 19,551 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

front propshaft bolts loose.

Pass 28 Mar 2011 18,462 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 17,755 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 17,755 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 17,606 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 17,334 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 16,979 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 16,975 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS SLIGHT ROUGHNESS WHEN ROTATED

Pass 1 Jun 2006 15,575 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 15,575 miles

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

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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GKF 642D is a 1981 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GKF 642D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 45 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GKF 642D registered?

GKF 642D is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is GKF 642D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKF 642D shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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