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STL 254W

1981 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

83,501 mi
Last recorded83,501 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTL 254W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 83,501 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 79,780 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 79,657 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 79,164 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 78,743 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 78,743 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 21 Jan 2014 76,073 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both front tyre side walls slightly deteriorated

Pass 21 Jan 2014 76,073 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyre side walls slightly deteriorated

Pass 30 May 2013 75,599 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 75,500 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 75,253 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 74,993 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 74,196 miles

heavey surface corrosion on front sub frame and both front lower wishbone arms

Pass 16 Jul 2007 73,752 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 73,091 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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STL 254W is a 1981 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 STL 254W, 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

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What year was STL 254W registered?

STL 254W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 2 January 1981.

Is STL 254W safe to buy?

The MOT history for STL 254W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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