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SFD 88W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

66,502 mi
Last recorded66,502 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFD 88W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 66,502 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 66,408 miles

Fail 1 May 2007 66,408 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 5 May 2006 66,087 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 66,087 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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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SFD 88W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SFD 88W, 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 SFD 88W?

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What year was SFD 88W registered?

SFD 88W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is SFD 88W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFD 88W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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