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RLT 811W

1981 MG Mgb

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

20,404 mi
Last recorded20,404 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 MG Mgb46,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLT 811W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 20,404 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 18,659 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 18,451 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 18,252 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 17,654 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 17,315 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 16,955 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 16,911 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 16,548 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 16,207 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 15,631 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Jul 2009 15,566 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 14,294 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2008 14,294 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 13,788 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

both rear tyres started to perish on side walls

near side rear brake binding slightly

Fail 18 Jun 2007 13,784 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

both rear tyres started to perish on the side walls.

near side rear brake slightly binding.

Pass 16 Jun 2006 12,493 miles

Both rear tyres sidewalls starting to crack

Front pads starting to get low

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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RLT 811W is a 1981 MG Mgb in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 RLT 811W, 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 RLT 811W?

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What year was RLT 811W registered?

RLT 811W is a 1981 MG Mgb, first registered on 10 February 1981.

Is RLT 811W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLT 811W shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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