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SWU 565W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,382 mi
Last recorded41,382 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWU 565W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 41,382 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 41,259 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 41,244 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 40,949 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 40,794 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 39,778 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 39,580 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 39,559 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 39,486 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 39,479 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 39,447 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 39,324 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 39,203 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 38,832 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 38,656 miles

early corrosion evident on outersills

Fail 27 Jan 2009 38,656 miles

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

early corrosion evident on outersills

Pass 8 Nov 2007 38,393 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 38,101 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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SWU 565W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SWU 565W, 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 SWU 565W?

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What year was SWU 565W registered?

SWU 565W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 6 March 1981.

Is SWU 565W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWU 565W shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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