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OPF 263W

1981 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,901 mi
Last recorded81,901 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPF 263W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2026 81,901 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 81,650 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 81,303 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 80,987 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 80,719 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 80,412 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 79,352 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 79,084 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 78,480 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 77,840 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 77,187 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 76,345 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 75,250 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 74,573 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 74,119 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 73,649 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 72,894 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 72,184 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 71,390 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 70,601 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 69,723 miles

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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OPF 263W is a 1981 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OPF 263W, 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 OPF 263W?

You can check the full history of OPF 263W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OPF 263W registered?

OPF 263W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 21 May 1981.

Is OPF 263W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPF 263W shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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