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LCX 634W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

66,226 mi
Last recorded66,226 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2024
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCX 634W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2024 66,226 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 65,771 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 65,157 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 64,589 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 64,306 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 63,986 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 63,810 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 63,792 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 62,794 miles

horn operation poor

Fail 23 May 2011 62,794 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

horn operation poor

Fail 17 Jun 2010 62,246 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear brakes have slight imbalance

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

offside rear suspension bump stop axle landing plate is corroded / holed / weakened

Pass 17 Jun 2010 62,246 miles

Rear brakes have slight imbalance

offside rear suspension bump stop axle landing plate is corroded / holed / weakened

Pass 11 Jun 2009 61,015 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 60,235 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 60,235 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 60,174 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 60,174 miles

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 2 May 2006 59,626 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 59,626 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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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LCX 634W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LCX 634W, 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 LCX 634W?

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What year was LCX 634W registered?

LCX 634W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 10 March 1981.

Is LCX 634W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCX 634W shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LCX 634W have outstanding finance?

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