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OJA 828W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,420 mi
Last recorded83,420 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJA 828W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 83,420 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 83,287 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 83,087 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 82,579 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 82,549 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle pulling to left (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 82,196 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2006 82,146 miles

Front wish bone bush cracking.

Some play and lift in king pins or bushes.

Some rust on brake pipes.

Fail 21 Jun 2006 82,136 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front wish bone innear rubber bushes cracking.

Some wear and lift in king pins or bushes. † †

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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OJA 828W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 OJA 828W, 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 OJA 828W?

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What year was OJA 828W registered?

OJA 828W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 5 March 1981.

Is OJA 828W safe to buy?

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