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VAR 853W

1981 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,802 mi
Last recorded78,802 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAR 853W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2021 78,802 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 78,595 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 78,435 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 78,296 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 78,154 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 77,979 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 77,846 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 77,431 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

main beem tell tale not working

slight lift in king pin O/S/F

Fail 10 Jul 2014 77,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

main beem tell tale not working

slight lift in king pin O/S/F

Pass 16 May 2013 76,257 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 76,237 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Oil leak

under bonnet heatshield material is loose.

Pass 4 Oct 2011 74,663 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 74,663 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2011 73,595 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 72,110 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 72,054 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 71,995 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 71,995 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside 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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VAR 853W is a 1981 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 VAR 853W, 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 VAR 853W registered?

VAR 853W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 20 May 1981.

Is VAR 853W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAR 853W shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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