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LMF 498W

1981 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

63,288 mi
Last recorded63,288 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMF 498W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 63,288 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 62,668 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 62,416 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 62,309 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 62,230 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 11 Sep 2012 62,230 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 62,058 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 61,844 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 61,844 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2009 61,599 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 61,106 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 60,804 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 60,656 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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LMF 498W is a 1981 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LMF 498W, 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 LMF 498W?

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What year was LMF 498W registered?

LMF 498W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is LMF 498W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMF 498W shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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