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NTT 586W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

48,703 mi
Last recorded48,703 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTT 586W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022 48,703 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 48,293 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 48,167 miles

Underfloor waxed

Fail 13 May 2020 48,167 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Underfloor waxed

Pass 21 Feb 2020 48,122 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in place has been covered in under sill protection (black paint) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

suspension components surface corrosion in places

Pass 7 Aug 2018 48,052 miles

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

Surface corrosion under

Pass 7 Aug 2017 47,869 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 47,869 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 47,728 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 47,727 miles

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 47,119 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 47,111 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 47,107 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 47,030 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 46,076 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 46,064 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 43,603 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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NTT 586W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 NTT 586W, 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 NTT 586W registered?

NTT 586W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is NTT 586W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NTT 586W shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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