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NUD 87W

1981 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,193 mi
Last recorded52,193 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUD 87W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2019 52,193 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 51,481 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 50,790 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 49,982 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 49,880 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2015 49,880 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine running rough

Pass 21 Jan 2008 49,873 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2007 49,872 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

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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NUD 87W is a 1981 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NUD 87W, 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 NUD 87W?

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What year was NUD 87W registered?

NUD 87W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 9 March 1981.

Is NUD 87W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NUD 87W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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