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OAP 313W

1981 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

84,824 mi
Last recorded84,824 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAP 313W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 84,824 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 84,136 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 83,473 miles

engine oil leak

underbody covered in wax oil

Pass 6 Aug 2019 82,515 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 81,516 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 80,695 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 79,305 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 79,305 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 78,477 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 77,453 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 76,179 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 75,370 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 75,355 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 72,537 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 70,145 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 67,448 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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OAP 313W is a 1981 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OAP 313W, 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 OAP 313W?

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What year was OAP 313W registered?

OAP 313W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 7 May 1981.

Is OAP 313W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAP 313W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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