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SRB 611X

1982 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

90,024 mi
Last recorded90,024 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1982 MG B48,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRB 611X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1982
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 90,024 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 89,895 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 89,883 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 89,720 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 89,384 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 89,134 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 88,930 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 88,487 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 88,067 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 87,646 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 87,290 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 87,290 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Fail 11 Feb 2015 86,812 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 86,812 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 86,197 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 85,410 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 85,275 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 84,576 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 83,856 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 82,392 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 80,640 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 80,640 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 79,109 miles

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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SRB 611X is a 1982 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1982 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 48,852 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SRB 611X, 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 44 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 SRB 611X?

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What year was SRB 611X registered?

SRB 611X is a 1982 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1982.

Is SRB 611X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRB 611X shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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