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HAA 13W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,378 mi
Last recorded84,378 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAA 13W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 84,378 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 78,906 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 77,506 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both rear leaf springs corroded

o/s jack point corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2018 76,541 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 75,577 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 74,078 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 73,028 miles

engine oil leak

n/s & o/s jacking points corroding

Pass 4 Jun 2014 71,532 miles

slight play steering rack

Fail 12 Jun 2013 70,815 miles

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

Oil leak

both front jacking points starting to corroded

offside front lower wing corroded

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 12 Jun 2013 70,815 miles

Oil leak

both front jacking points starting to corroded

offside front lower wing corroded

slight play in front wheel bearings

Fail 13 May 2013 70,798 miles

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

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 70,472 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 69,776 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 64,156 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 58,949 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 54,965 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 51,207 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 47,831 miles

slight bind noted on brakes

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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HAA 13W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HAA 13W, 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 HAA 13W?

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What year was HAA 13W registered?

HAA 13W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is HAA 13W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAA 13W shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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