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BBD 43E

1987 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,168 mi
Last recorded58,168 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2011
Typical for 1987 MG B35,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBD 43E
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 2 Feb 2011 58,168 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 58,109 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 57,702 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

general under body corrosion

offside rear handbrake poor

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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BBD 43E is a 1987 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 35,452 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 BBD 43E, 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 39 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BBD 43E registered?

BBD 43E is a 1987 MG B, first registered on 25 September 1987.

Is BBD 43E safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBD 43E shows 3 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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