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NPC 278W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,776 mi
Last recorded51,776 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2012
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPC 278W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2012 51,776 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 51,710 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 51,710 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 51,671 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 51,666 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 51,666 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 51,624 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 51,171 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 51,135 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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NPC 278W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NPC 278W, 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 NPC 278W?

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What year was NPC 278W registered?

NPC 278W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 13 March 1981.

Is NPC 278W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPC 278W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NPC 278W have outstanding finance?

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