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MNJ 195W

1981 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,378 mi
Last recorded37,378 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNJ 195W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 37,378 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 36,716 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 35,773 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 35,513 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 35,209 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 34,861 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 34,488 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 34,306 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 34,007 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 May 2009 33,787 miles

Nearside front shock-absorber is slightly leaking oil.

Fail 13 May 2009 33,787 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front shock-absorber is slightly leaking oil.

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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MNJ 195W is a 1981 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MNJ 195W, 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 MNJ 195W?

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What year was MNJ 195W registered?

MNJ 195W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 28 January 1981.

Is MNJ 195W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MNJ 195W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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