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PAY 111W

1981 MG Mgb

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

30,225 mi
Last recorded30,225 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 MG Mgb46,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAY 111W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 30,225 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 29,917 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 29,709 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 29,641 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 29,641 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 29,567 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 29,464 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 29,119 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 29,119 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 28,838 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 28,071 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 27,463 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 27,440 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 27,309 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 27,141 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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PAY 111W is a 1981 MG Mgb in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PAY 111W, 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 PAY 111W registered?

PAY 111W is a 1981 MG Mgb, first registered on 9 February 1981.

Is PAY 111W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAY 111W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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