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VAC 666X

1981 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

88,757 mi
Last recorded88,757 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAC 666X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 88,757 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Fail 7 May 2026 88,753 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column such that there is a serious risk of detachment steering wheel to column movement (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 88,172 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 87,754 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 87,327 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 86,783 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 86,560 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 86,312 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 85,771 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 85,059 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 15 May 2018 85,045 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner Wheel arch, in front of antiroll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2017 84,580 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 81,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 78,358 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 78,358 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Fuel hose leaking front carb (7.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 78,358 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Fuel hose leaking FRONT CARB (7.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 78,358 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Fuel hose leaking front carb (7.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 77,894 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 77,627 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 28 May 2012 77,627 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 77,385 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 77,062 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 76,287 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 76,287 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 76,204 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 76,150 miles
Pass 9 May 2005 76,059 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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VAC 666X is a 1981 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 VAC 666X, 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

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What year was VAC 666X registered?

VAC 666X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is VAC 666X safe to buy?

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