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ODV 755W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,309 mi
Last recorded56,309 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2009
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODV 755W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2009 56,309 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 56,309 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 55,947 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 53,191 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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ODV 755W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ODV 755W, 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 ODV 755W?

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What year was ODV 755W registered?

ODV 755W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is ODV 755W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODV 755W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ODV 755W have outstanding finance?

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