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NJO 915W

1981 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,431 mi
Last recorded85,431 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2018
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJO 915W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2018 85,431 miles

Front coil spring corroded both sides, (2.4.C.1b)

Front slight movement in both king pins,

Fuel Pipe/s corroded in places, ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear in places, (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle, (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Jul 2016 85,397 miles

Emissions not tested vehicle will not tick over long enough for test (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded marked in wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak suspension unit (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush loer king pin joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill marked (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill marked (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill marked (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall marked 185/80/14 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rears across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 10 Apr 2015 85,345 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 85,345 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 85,308 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 84,865 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 84,844 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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NJO 915W is a 1981 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NJO 915W, 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 NJO 915W?

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What year was NJO 915W registered?

NJO 915W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is NJO 915W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJO 915W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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