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SWR 398W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

41,307 mi
Last recorded41,307 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWR 398W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 41,307 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 40,499 miles

Slight corrosion to rear outer sills.

Slight play in both front hub assemblys/wheel bearings.

Pass 20 Apr 2017 40,164 miles

N/s and O/s outer sill has corrosion.

Offside Front King pin has play.

Play in n/s/f hub assembly.

Pass 22 Apr 2016 39,953 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 39,845 miles

OSR brake sticking slightly

Pass 24 Apr 2014 39,598 miles

OSR tyre slightly perished

Pass 25 Apr 2013 39,448 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 39,157 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 38,933 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 38,886 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 38,832 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 38,409 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 37,960 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 37,736 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 37,735 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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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SWR 398W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SWR 398W, 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 SWR 398W?

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What year was SWR 398W registered?

SWR 398W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 2 June 1981.

Is SWR 398W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWR 398W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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