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OKM 943W

1981 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

83,259 mi
Last recorded83,259 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1981 MG Mgb46,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKM 943W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 83,259 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 83,259 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 82,985 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2022 82,985 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2021 82,550 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 82,548 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 82,018 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 81,381 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 81,379 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2018 80,649 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak ()

Central Oil leak middle. ()

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 Jan 2018 80,642 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

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

Central Front Lower Oil leak ()

Central Oil leak middle. ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 79,771 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 78,586 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 77,475 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 77,199 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 77,178 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 76,621 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 75,913 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 75,913 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 74,148 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 74,148 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 1 May 2008 72,992 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2008 72,992 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 72,513 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2007 72,513 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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OKM 943W is a 1981 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 OKM 943W, 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 OKM 943W registered?

OKM 943W is a 1981 MG Mgb, first registered on 13 February 1981.

Is OKM 943W safe to buy?

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