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NKU 500X

1981 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,698 mi
Last recorded69,698 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKU 500X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2013 69,698 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 69,653 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 69,593 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 68,908 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 68,893 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 68,480 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 66,957 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Apr 2009 66,957 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 63,057 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 62,978 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 62,805 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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NKU 500X is a 1981 MG B in Blue 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 NKU 500X, 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 NKU 500X?

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What year was NKU 500X registered?

NKU 500X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 11 September 1981.

Is NKU 500X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKU 500X 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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