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BFM 28W

1981 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

92,266 mi
Last recorded92,266 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFM 28W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 92,266 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Aug 2020 92,232 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Aug 2019 91,937 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Aug 2018 91,507 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Jul 2018 91,485 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Coolant leak ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Jul 2017 90,806 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 90,275 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 90,275 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 89,856 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 89,838 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2014 89,510 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 89,396 miles

Oil leak

both front lower arm inner bushs worn

Pass 27 Jun 2011 89,364 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 25 Jun 2011 89,364 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

rear brakes slightly out of balance

Pass 29 Jun 2010 89,208 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2009 89,055 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2008 88,833 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 88,615 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 88,151 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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BFM 28W is a 1981 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BFM 28W, 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 BFM 28W?

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What year was BFM 28W registered?

BFM 28W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 3 June 1981.

Is BFM 28W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFM 28W shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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