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LFR 161X

1981 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,508 mi
Last recorded49,508 miles
Recorded on15 May 2021
Typical for 1981 MG Mgb46,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFR 161X
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2021 49,508 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 49,086 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 48,359 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 47,626 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 46,812 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 46,625 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 46,625 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 46,458 miles

ALL 4 Tyres cracking sidewalls

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 46,002 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 45,999 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 45,606 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 45,604 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 45,200 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake servo vacuum hose showing signs of deteriating

Pass 27 Aug 2009 44,437 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 44,437 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 43,107 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 41,827 miles

Windscreen scratched but not obstructing drivers view

Fail 3 Jul 2007 41,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

1windscreen scratvched but not obstructing drivers view

Pass 20 Jun 2006 40,482 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 39,933 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2005 39,933 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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LFR 161X is a 1981 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 46,000 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LFR 161X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 45 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LFR 161X registered?

LFR 161X is a 1981 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is LFR 161X safe to buy?

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