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TRJ 380R

1986 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,237 mi
Last recorded94,237 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 1986 MG B56,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRJ 380R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 94,237 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 94,107 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 93,951 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 93,562 miles

Coolant leak

rearfog light not fitted requiered after01/04/1980

vin plate not fitted requiered after 01/08/1980

Fail 15 Jun 2013 93,562 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Coolant leak

rearfog light not fitted requiered after01/04/1980

vin plate not fitted requiered after 01/08/1980

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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TRJ 380R is a 1986 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 56,306 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 TRJ 380R, 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 40 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 TRJ 380R?

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What year was TRJ 380R registered?

TRJ 380R is a 1986 MG B, first registered on 21 October 1986.

Is TRJ 380R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRJ 380R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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