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MMP 585X

1981 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,423 mi
Last recorded43,423 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMP 585X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 43,423 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 42,982 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 42,982 miles

Brake valve insecure RE-CLIP N/S/R W-CYLINDER (1.1.7 (c))

Fuel pipe leaking REPLACE PIPE (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 42,147 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 41,027 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 40,262 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 40,259 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 39,679 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 39,551 miles

Offside Rear outer sill rusting

Pass 12 Jan 2007 39,538 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 39,531 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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MMP 585X is a 1981 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MMP 585X, 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 MMP 585X?

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What year was MMP 585X registered?

MMP 585X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is MMP 585X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMP 585X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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