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TWW 700W

1981 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

35,754 mi
Last recorded35,754 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWW 700W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 35,754 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 34,886 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 34,359 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 34,152 miles

rear fuel rubber hoses starting to perish

slight play in near side kingpin

Fail 24 Jun 2019 34,142 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

rear fuel rubber hoses starting to perish

slight play in near side kingpin

Pass 25 May 2017 34,053 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 33,563 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 33,563 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 May 2015 33,197 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 33,191 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 33,191 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2012 30,991 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 30,912 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 30,912 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 30,045 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 30,033 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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TWW 700W is a 1981 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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

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 TWW 700W, 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 TWW 700W?

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What year was TWW 700W registered?

TWW 700W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 14 April 1981.

Is TWW 700W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWW 700W shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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