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VRL 320W

1981 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,301 mi
Last recorded14,301 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRL 320W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2025 14,301 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 12,604 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 11,376 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 10,821 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 10,241 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 7,505 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 5,661 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 3,907 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 3,008 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 1,580 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 701 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 3 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 9,913 miles

nearside rear brake has just met mot pass standard (recommend service or repair)

rear exhaust temporary repair

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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VRL 320W is a 1981 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VRL 320W, 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 VRL 320W?

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What year was VRL 320W registered?

VRL 320W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1981.

Is VRL 320W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRL 320W shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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