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OEL 99W

1981 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

50,418 mi
Last recorded50,418 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEL 99W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 50,418 miles

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2021 50,418 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 50,281 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 50,139 miles

slight binding on n/s/r brake

Pass 17 Apr 2015 50,117 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 50,108 miles

slight binding on rear brakes

slight rear brake inbalance

Pass 21 Mar 2013 50,066 miles

slight binding o/s/r brake

slight rear brake inbalance

Pass 26 Mar 2012 50,032 miles

slight binding on rear brakes on rolling road

Fail 26 Mar 2012 50,032 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Fail 30 Mar 2011 50,005 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 50,005 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 49,965 miles

n/s/.f wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 16 Apr 2009 49,921 miles

radiator cooling fan not working

very slight binding on o/s/r wheel

Pass 1 Apr 2008 49,898 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

cooling fan not cutting in

slight binding on o/s/r wheel

slight rear brake inbalance

Pass 20 Mar 2007 49,831 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 49,817 miles

some lift at offside front king pin

some noise at offside front wheel bearing

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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OEL 99W is a 1981 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 OEL 99W, 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 OEL 99W?

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What year was OEL 99W registered?

OEL 99W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is OEL 99W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEL 99W shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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