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KWS 581X

1981 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

67,961 mi
Last recorded67,961 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWS 581X
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 67,961 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 67,331 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 66,139 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 65,593 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 65,044 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 62,896 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 62,020 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 61,561 miles

Both rear tyres cracking on outer sidewalls

Oil leak

vehicle has been wax oiled underneath

Fail 14 Mar 2014 61,560 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Outer Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Outer Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Both rear tyres cracking on outer sidewalls

Oil leak

vehicle has been wax oiled underneath

Pass 20 Mar 2013 60,759 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2012 60,740 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 60,608 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 60,556 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 60,307 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 59,799 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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KWS 581X is a 1981 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 KWS 581X, 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

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What year was KWS 581X registered?

KWS 581X is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 3 August 1981.

Is KWS 581X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWS 581X shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KWS 581X have outstanding finance?

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