MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,025 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Slight oil leak from engine and gearbox
Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Offside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
How Reliable is the MG B GT?
Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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IA 285 is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 IA 285, 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 IA 285?
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What year was IA 285 registered?
IA 285 is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 3 April 1981.
Is IA 285 safe to buy?
The MOT history for IA 285 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does IA 285 have outstanding finance?
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