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SWK 908W

1981 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

67,828 mi
Last recorded67,828 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2007
Typical for 1981 MG Mgb46,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWK 908W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2007 67,828 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2006 67,473 miles

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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SWK 908W is a 1981 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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

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 SWK 908W, 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 SWK 908W?

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What year was SWK 908W registered?

SWK 908W is a 1981 MG Mgb, first registered on 15 May 1981.

Is SWK 908W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWK 908W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SWK 908W have outstanding finance?

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