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MRM 794W

1981 MG B

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,522 mi
Last recorded65,522 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRM 794W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2021 65,522 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 65,270 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 31 May 2016 65,074 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 64,951 miles

Slight play in nearside front lower trunion

Slight play in offside front lower trunion

Slight rumble from nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 2 Apr 2014 64,862 miles

Play in nearside front lower trunion

Play in offside front lower trunion

Slight rumble in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 26 Sep 2012 64,854 miles

Slight play in nearside front trunion

Slight rumble from nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 1 Aug 2011 64,474 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 63,682 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Jul 2009 62,815 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 62,815 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 60,359 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 59,510 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 59,510 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 59,454 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 59,452 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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MRM 794W is a 1981 MG B in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MRM 794W, 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 MRM 794W registered?

MRM 794W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 25 February 1981.

Is MRM 794W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRM 794W shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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