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TRO 812W

1981 MG B

Green Petrol 1981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

46,475 mi
Last recorded46,475 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRO 812W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,981cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 46,475 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has slight uneven tread wear

Offside Front Tyre has slight uneven tread wear

Pass 6 May 2015 46,230 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 45,835 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 45,834 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 May 2013 45,246 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2012 45,205 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2011 45,118 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 45,118 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 18 May 2010 45,093 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2010 45,093 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 44,399 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 44,234 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 44,104 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 43,800 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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TRO 812W is a 1981 MG B in Green with a 1,981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 TRO 812W, 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 TRO 812W?

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What year was TRO 812W registered?

TRO 812W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 27 February 1981.

Is TRO 812W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRO 812W shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TRO 812W have outstanding finance?

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