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MGV 835L

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,637 mi
Last recorded12,637 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGV 835L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 12,637 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 9,121 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 7,774 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 6,232 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 4,536 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 2,867 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 1,772 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 99,271 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 96,454 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 93,476 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 89,282 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 85,736 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 82,757 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 79,509 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 75,130 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 72,037 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 68,635 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 62,745 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 60,448 miles

wear in near side rear shock absorber lower bush borderline

Pass 3 Oct 2006 57,661 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 54,129 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside manifold blowing slightly

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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MGV 835L is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MGV 835L, 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 MGV 835L?

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What year was MGV 835L registered?

MGV 835L is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 2 February 1981.

Is MGV 835L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGV 835L shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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