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WEU 286L

1981 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,017 mi
Last recorded73,017 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEU 286L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 73,017 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 72,164 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 72,158 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 71,565 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 71,556 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 71,398 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2007 71,002 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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WEU 286L is a 1981 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WEU 286L, 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 WEU 286L?

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What year was WEU 286L registered?

WEU 286L is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 26 November 1981.

Is WEU 286L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WEU 286L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WEU 286L have outstanding finance?

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