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PUF 838X

1981 MG B Roadster

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,132 mi
Last recorded54,132 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B Roadster47,445 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUF 838X
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 54,132 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 53,540 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 51,363 miles

Nearside Front slight movement at road wheel

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front slight movement detected road wheel

Offside Rear tyre perished

Oil leak various ()

Rear Oil leak ()

hand brkae reverse travel high

Fail 20 Apr 2017 51,312 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front slight movement at road wheel

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front slight movement detected road wheel

Offside Rear tyre perished

Oil leak various ()

Rear Oil leak ()

hand brkae reverse travel high

Pass 26 Apr 2016 49,768 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 49,768 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2015 49,439 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 49,310 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 48,525 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 48,484 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2012 48,005 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 47,160 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 46,144 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 45,451 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 45,010 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 44,460 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 44,458 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 2 May 2006 43,993 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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PUF 838X is a 1981 MG B Roadster in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 47,445 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PUF 838X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 45 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PUF 838X registered?

PUF 838X is a 1981 MG B Roadster, first registered on 25 September 1981.

Is PUF 838X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUF 838X shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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