MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
2,956 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fuel tank corroded
Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fuel tank corroded
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Front Both front wheels have corroded spokes
Fuel tank corroded
Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Rear Both differential support straps cracking
Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Front Both front wheels have corroded spokes
Fuel tank corroded
Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Rear Both differential support straps cracking
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported and incorrectly routed (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear plates incorrect colours (0.1 (d))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
slight blow from exhaust system, not affecting emissions
Fuel pump dam but no leaks present
Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Fuel pump dam but no leaks present
How Reliable is the MG B?
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VVV 221W is a 1981 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 VVV 221W, 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.
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What year was VVV 221W registered?
VVV 221W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 17 February 1981.
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