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VMG 831G

1981 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,588 mi
Last recorded55,588 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2009
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMG 831G
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2009 55,588 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 28 Oct 2009 55,576 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 1 Sep 2009 55,546 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

H.C emissions high at idle (1322ppm. limit 1200ppm) 900ppm at high idle 1500rpm approx

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

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

bottom of dribers dorro corroding

bottom of offside front wing corroding

front brake pads worn

offside front inner wheel arch corroding. Non prescribed area

slight binding to offside rear and nearside rear brakes

slight noise from nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 23 May 2008 55,110 miles

Both rear brakes binding slightly

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

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 23 May 2008 55,078 miles

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

Both rear brakes binding slightly

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

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 25 Oct 2006 54,405 miles

Oil leak

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 Oct 2006 54,363 miles

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

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Sep 2005 52,458 miles

Slight binding to rear brakes

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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VMG 831G is a 1981 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VMG 831G, 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 VMG 831G?

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What year was VMG 831G registered?

VMG 831G is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 29 June 1981.

Is VMG 831G safe to buy?

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