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NPC 260W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests18 (9 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,998 mi
Last recorded73,998 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPC 260W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021 73,998 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 73,998 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Vehicle Identification Number not displayed (0.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 73,947 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 73,947 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wallsplit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2016 73,812 miles

Slight rear brake imbalance

Corrosion to both outer sills and lower wing sections

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear number plate starting to perish.

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 5 Sep 2016 73,812 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Corrosion to both outer sills and lower wing sections

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear number plate starting to perish.

Slight rear brake imbalance

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 73,709 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 73,709 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 73,054 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 73,023 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 72,745 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 72,744 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear tyre starting to crack up around sidewall

Pass 14 Jun 2012 72,398 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 72,398 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 71,194 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 71,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 11 May 2010 69,500 miles

Repairs appear to have been carried out satisfactory although filler has been applied

Fail 29 Apr 2010 69,493 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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NPC 260W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 NPC 260W, 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 NPC 260W registered?

NPC 260W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is NPC 260W safe to buy?

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