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OPE 356W

1981 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

58,654 mi
Last recorded58,654 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPE 356W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2022 58,654 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 58,483 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 57,953 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 57,512 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 57,493 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 57,460 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 57,412 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 57,359 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 57,232 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 57,109 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 56,810 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 56,810 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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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OPE 356W is a 1981 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OPE 356W, 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 OPE 356W?

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What year was OPE 356W registered?

OPE 356W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 22 May 1981.

Is OPE 356W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPE 356W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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