MOT Status
ValidMileage
74,365 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GRN 285W is a 1981 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.
Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRN 285W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 45 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of GRN 285W?
You can check the full history of GRN 285W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was GRN 285W registered?
GRN 285W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 10 March 1981.
Is GRN 285W safe to buy?
The MOT history for GRN 285W shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does GRN 285W have outstanding finance?
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