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MSJ 838W

1981 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

91,921 mi
Last recorded91,921 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSJ 838W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 91,921 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 90,681 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 89,578 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 88,256 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 87,858 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 87,849 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 87,681 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met and it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Fail 17 Jul 2014 87,680 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 87,381 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

noisy operation from n/s front wheel

Fail 15 Jul 2013 87,380 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

noisy operation from n/s front wheel

Pass 29 Oct 2011 87,200 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 87,200 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Fail 21 Oct 2011 87,193 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

noise from offside rear brake drum

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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MSJ 838W is a 1981 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MSJ 838W, 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 MSJ 838W registered?

MSJ 838W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 13 May 1981.

Is MSJ 838W safe to buy?

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