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MGB 130V

1981 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

76,195 mi
Last recorded76,195 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGB 130V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 76,195 miles

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 75,972 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 75,972 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2017 75,827 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 75,687 miles

oil leak from pipe to oil pressure gauge

Pass 5 Feb 2015 75,354 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Feb 2015 75,354 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Fail 27 Feb 2014 75,084 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 75,084 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 75,066 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 17 Aug 2012 75,058 miles

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

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Coolant leak

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 74,870 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 74,853 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 74,728 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 74,381 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 74,381 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 3 Mar 2008 74,001 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 74,001 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 73,718 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 73,718 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 71,611 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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MGB 130V is a 1981 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MGB 130V, 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 MGB 130V registered?

MGB 130V is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is MGB 130V safe to buy?

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