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MPD 891W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,017 mi
Last recorded41,017 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPD 891W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2020 41,017 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 40,801 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

hand brake travel high

Pass 22 Mar 2018 40,498 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

slight brake binding nearside rear

Fail 8 Mar 2017 40,146 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 40,146 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 39,453 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

nail in nearside rear tyre

slight brake binding nearside rear

Pass 17 Dec 2014 38,463 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 Dec 2014 38,463 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 37,482 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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MPD 891W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MPD 891W, 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 MPD 891W registered?

MPD 891W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 17 March 1981.

Is MPD 891W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPD 891W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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