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NFX 674W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

34,557 mi
Last recorded34,557 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFX 674W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 34,557 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 34,557 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 33,938 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 33,938 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 33,541 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 33,526 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise play in propshaft front u/j

Pass 11 Aug 2016 32,380 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 31,420 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 29,642 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 29,209 miles

propshaft front coupling has play

small amount of play detected at n/s rear hub

Pass 20 Jul 2012 28,582 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 28,561 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 28,185 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 27,666 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 27,130 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 27,130 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 26,076 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 26,076 miles

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 11 May 2007 25,372 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 25,370 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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NFX 674W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 NFX 674W, 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 NFX 674W?

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What year was NFX 674W registered?

NFX 674W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 18 February 1981.

Is NFX 674W safe to buy?

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