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OFJ 39W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

91,110 mi
Last recorded91,110 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFJ 39W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 91,110 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 91,081 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring slipper loose (2.4.B.5)

Offside Rear Leaf spring slipper loose (2.4.B.5)

Fail 27 Jun 2016 91,081 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring slipper loose (2.4.B.5)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring slipper loose (2.4.B.5)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 91,072 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 91,047 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK AT O/S

Pass 11 Jul 2013 91,002 miles

SLIGHTY PLAY AT STEERING RACK,O/S

Pass 18 Jul 2012 90,963 miles

FRONT BUMP STOPS STARTING TO DETERIORATE

REAR LEAF SPRINGS STARTING TO SEPERATE

SLIGHT PLAY AT STEERING RACK AT O/S

Fail 18 Jul 2012 90,963 miles

FRONT BUMP STOPS STARTING TO DETERIORATE

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

REAR LEAF SPRINGS STARTING TO SEPERATE

SLIGHT PLAY AT STEERING RACK AT O/S

Pass 5 Jul 2011 90,539 miles

SLIGHT PLAY AT STEERING RACK AT O/S

Pass 24 May 2010 90,495 miles

REAR SPRING CLAMPS GETTING WEAK

Fail 24 May 2010 90,495 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

REAR SPRING CLAMPS GETTING WEAK

Pass 17 Jun 2009 90,373 miles

slight play at steering rack o/s

Fail 12 Jun 2009 90,373 miles

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

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play at steering rack o/s

Pass 6 Jun 2008 522,728 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 522,728 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 89,676 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 88,603 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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OFJ 39W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 OFJ 39W, 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 OFJ 39W registered?

OFJ 39W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OFJ 39W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFJ 39W shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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