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MFC 112W

1981 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,523 mi
Last recorded52,523 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 MG Mgb46,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFC 112W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 52,523 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 49,417 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 47,758 miles

EMISSIONS TEST PASSED NO PRINTOUT DUE TO PRINTER ERROR

Oil leak, but not excessive OIL LEAKS FRONT TO REAR (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2017 45,869 miles

Oil leak various oil leaks front/rear ()

Fail 16 May 2017 45,834 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Offside and nearside (8.2.3)

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 13 May 2016 43,396 miles

oil leak

rear diff leak

Pass 28 May 2015 37,331 miles

vehicle is undersealed

Pass 12 May 2014 33,023 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 May 2014 33,023 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2013 29,873 miles

front tyres age cracking on side walls

Pass 25 May 2012 26,270 miles

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

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

battery carrier box corossion

Pass 14 Jun 2011 23,542 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 18,500 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 16,368 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2009 16,368 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 25 Jun 2008 16,040 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 16,040 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 14,817 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 14,817 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006 12,921 miles

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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MFC 112W is a 1981 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MFC 112W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MFC 112W registered?

MFC 112W is a 1981 MG Mgb, first registered on 27 May 1981.

Is MFC 112W safe to buy?

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