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KEW 157W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,939 mi
Last recorded19,939 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEW 157W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 19,939 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 19,524 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 18,889 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 18,335 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 18,051 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 17,894 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Feb 2021 17,887 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 17,057 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 16,868 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2019 16,863 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 16,044 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 15,904 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 15,505 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 15,459 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 15,406 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 15,345 miles

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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KEW 157W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KEW 157W, 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

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What year was KEW 157W registered?

KEW 157W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is KEW 157W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEW 157W shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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