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GWN 801W

1981 MG Mgbgt

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

241 mi
Last recorded241 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1981 MG Mgbgt55,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWN 801W
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 241 miles

Coolant leak water pump ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 May 2018 236 miles

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded undersill (2.4.A.3)

Coolant leak water pump ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 58 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 99,778 miles

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

Offside Front lift in kingpin not excessive

Pass 23 May 2014 99,776 miles

offside front shock absorber very week

Fail 22 May 2014 99,776 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside front shock absorber very week

Pass 26 Mar 2013 99,350 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Mar 2013 99,350 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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GWN 801W is a 1981 MG Mgbgt in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1981 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 55,872 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GWN 801W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GWN 801W registered?

GWN 801W is a 1981 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is GWN 801W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWN 801W shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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