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LON 878X

1981 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,677 mi
Last recorded89,677 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLON 878X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2013 89,677 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 89,675 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

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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LON 878X is a 1981 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LON 878X, 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 LON 878X?

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What year was LON 878X registered?

LON 878X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 13 August 1981.

Is LON 878X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LON 878X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LON 878X have outstanding finance?

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