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HYU 511W

1981 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,580 mi
Last recorded34,580 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYU 511W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 34,580 miles

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of wing panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end closure panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of wing panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust mountings starting to perish

Pass 7 Nov 2018 34,288 miles

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of wing panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end closure panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2018 34,288 miles

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of wing panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end closure panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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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HYU 511W is a 1981 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 HYU 511W, 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

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What year was HYU 511W registered?

HYU 511W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 15 April 1981.

Is HYU 511W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYU 511W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HYU 511W have outstanding finance?

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