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MYJ 573W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

78,703 mi
Last recorded78,703 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2011
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMYJ 573W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2011 78,703 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 78,703 miles

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

offside front tyre sidewall ageing

Pass 14 Aug 2009 78,688 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 4 Aug 2009 78,680 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 78,088 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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MYJ 573W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MYJ 573W, 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 MYJ 573W?

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What year was MYJ 573W registered?

MYJ 573W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 6 March 1981.

Is MYJ 573W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MYJ 573W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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