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HYX 313W

1981 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

70,131 mi
Last recorded70,131 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYX 313W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 70,131 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 66,969 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

oil leak

Pass 8 Mar 2019 66,674 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 65,732 miles

windscreen scored adv

Fail 8 Aug 2017 65,732 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

windscreen scored adv

Pass 25 Jul 2016 65,440 miles

slight oil seepage from engine area

Pass 23 Jul 2015 65,198 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 64,326 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 63,411 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 62,051 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 60,098 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 58,411 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 57,644 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all four tyres close to legal limit

Pass 12 Feb 2008 55,131 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 53,119 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 51,858 miles

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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HYX 313W is a 1981 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HYX 313W, 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 HYX 313W registered?

HYX 313W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 6 March 1981.

Is HYX 313W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYX 313W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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