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251 GRW

1983 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,465 mi
Last recorded49,465 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1983 MG B42,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration251 GRW
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 49,465 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 46,748 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 43,025 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 39,831 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 36,446 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 33,116 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 30,546 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 28,463 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 26,660 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 23,324 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 21,573 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 21,573 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2006 17,284 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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251 GRW is a 1983 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1983 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 42,069 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 251 GRW, 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 43 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 251 GRW?

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What year was 251 GRW registered?

251 GRW is a 1983 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1983.

Is 251 GRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 251 GRW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 251 GRW have outstanding finance?

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