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MGB 198D

1981 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

8,948 mi
Last recorded8,948 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGB 198D
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2021 8,948 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 7,121 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 6,314 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 5,971 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 5,449 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight noise from nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 28 Jul 2016 4,757 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 4,383 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 4,020 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 3,693 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 3,121 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 2,005 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 692 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 99,392 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 99,392 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 98,962 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 97,750 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 96,969 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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MGB 198D is a 1981 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MGB 198D, 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 MGB 198D registered?

MGB 198D is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 1 May 1981.

Is MGB 198D safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGB 198D shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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