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DWP 238W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,164 mi
Last recorded84,164 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWP 238W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 May 2019 84,164 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

long travel handbrake

slight play both front wheel bearings

underside undersilled

Pass 15 Apr 2014 83,960 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 83,783 miles

slight lift in nearside king pin

Pass 7 Aug 2008 83,624 miles

long travel on handbrake lever

offside and nearside front tyre side walls are cracking and perishing

Pass 8 Aug 2007 82,956 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 82,779 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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DWP 238W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DWP 238W, 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 DWP 238W?

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What year was DWP 238W registered?

DWP 238W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1981.

Is DWP 238W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWP 238W shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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