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NTH 201X

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,993 mi
Last recorded33,993 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2012
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTH 201X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2012 33,993 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 33,342 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 32,674 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 32,099 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 31,554 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 30,818 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Feb 2007 30,818 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly 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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NTH 201X is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NTH 201X, 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 NTH 201X?

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What year was NTH 201X registered?

NTH 201X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 7 August 1981.

Is NTH 201X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NTH 201X shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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