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VGW 981X

1982 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,716 mi
Last recorded28,716 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1982 MG B48,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGW 981X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1982
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 28,716 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2026 28,716 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2025 28,693 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 28,679 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 28,679 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 28,639 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 28,597 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 28,580 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 28,549 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 28,386 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 28,354 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 28,286 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 28,258 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 28,080 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 27,567 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 26,584 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 26,263 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 25,996 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 25,596 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 25,596 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2009 25,242 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 24,844 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 24,413 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 24,221 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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VGW 981X is a 1982 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1982 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 48,852 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 VGW 981X, 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 44 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 VGW 981X?

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What year was VGW 981X registered?

VGW 981X is a 1982 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1982.

Is VGW 981X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGW 981X shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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