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STM 148W

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

62,550 mi
Last recorded62,550 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTM 148W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 62,550 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 62,543 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 62,484 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 62,484 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 23 Oct 2017 62,475 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 61,077 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 60,458 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 60,101 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 60,101 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 59,659 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 58,669 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 57,971 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 57,960 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 57,361 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 57,313 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

slight movement in nearside front and offside front kingpin bushes

Pass 5 Sep 2009 57,130 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 56,787 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

damage to offside head lamp glass

would benefit from new exhaust clamp at down pipe to manifold

Pass 8 Sep 2007 56,500 miles

offside head lamp damaged

Pass 9 Sep 2006 55,316 miles

as per previous test

Fail 9 Sep 2006 55,316 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

crack in offside front head lamp

slight leak from nearside front shock absorber

slight wear in both front king pins

Fail 15 Jul 2006 55,275 miles

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

crack in offside head lamp glass

front brakes 22% out of balance

slight lift/movement in both front king pins

Pass 9 Jul 2005 53,752 miles

front exhaust "u" clamp in poor condition

slight corrosion in near side outer sill

windscreen washers would benefit from attention

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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STM 148W is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 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 STM 148W, 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 46 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 STM 148W registered?

STM 148W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 15 December 1980.

Is STM 148W safe to buy?

The MOT history for STM 148W shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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