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OCF 202X

1982 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

62,639 mi
Last recorded62,639 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1982 MG B48,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCF 202X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 62,639 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Jun 2025 62,639 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2022 62,302 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 May 2022 62,302 miles

Headlamp aim not tested both inoperative. (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking, advise replacement. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 62,167 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Apr 2021 62,167 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 61,781 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres starting to crack. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2020 61,781 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres starting to crack. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 61,514 miles

main beam warning lamp not illuminating

Fail 20 Jul 2018 61,514 miles

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))

coil lead rubbing on column

main beam warning lamp not illuminating

Pass 10 Jul 2017 61,210 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 61,210 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 60,989 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 60,886 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 60,563 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 60,145 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 60,141 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 60,137 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 60,132 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 60,012 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 60,006 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside and offside steering arms worn

offside rear brake pipe corroding

original nearside front shocker leaking

Pass 23 Dec 2005 59,909 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2005 59,909 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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OCF 202X is a 1982 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1982 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 48,852 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 OCF 202X, 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 44 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 OCF 202X?

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What year was OCF 202X registered?

OCF 202X is a 1982 MG B, first registered on 29 April 1982.

Is OCF 202X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCF 202X shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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