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NSA 522

1981 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

22,336 mi
Last recorded22,336 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSA 522
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 22,336 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn kingpin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn kingpin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 22,275 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 22,275 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 22,171 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 22,077 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 21,993 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak engine/transmission area ()

Fail 19 Apr 2017 21,993 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak engine/transmission area ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 21,685 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 21,728 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 23 Apr 2015 21,728 miles

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 21,570 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 21,319 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 21,076 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 21,076 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 20,998 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 20,844 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 20,516 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

oil leak at engine and gearbox

Pass 22 Apr 2008 20,283 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

chrome lifting in side head lamps

Pass 25 Apr 2007 20,069 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 19,652 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 19,650 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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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NSA 522 is a 1981 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 NSA 522, 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

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What year was NSA 522 registered?

NSA 522 is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 20 March 1981.

Is NSA 522 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSA 522 shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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