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PTP 542N

1987 MG B GT

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,430 mi
Last recorded4,430 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2019
Typical for 1987 MG B GT48,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTP 542N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2019 4,430 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 4,210 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 4,059 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2014 4,053 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 3,932 miles

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

front brake disc, slightly pitted

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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PTP 542N is a 1987 MG B GT in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,974 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 PTP 542N, 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 39 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 PTP 542N?

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What year was PTP 542N registered?

PTP 542N is a 1987 MG B GT, first registered on 29 October 1987.

Is PTP 542N safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTP 542N shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PTP 542N have outstanding finance?

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