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RBW 635W

1981 MG Mgb

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,193 mi
Last recorded57,193 miles
Recorded on27 May 2011
Typical for 1981 MG Mgb46,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBW 635W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2011 57,193 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 57,011 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 57,011 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 May 2008 56,998 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 55,446 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 55,446 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

all four tyres have some side wall cracking and will require attention soon.They not are not down to the internal makeup of the tyre

Pass 21 May 2005 53,337 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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RBW 635W is a 1981 MG Mgb in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RBW 635W, 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

How do I check the history of RBW 635W?

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What year was RBW 635W registered?

RBW 635W is a 1981 MG Mgb, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is RBW 635W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBW 635W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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