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NUF 559P

1976 MG B

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,763 mi
Last recorded87,763 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUF 559P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 87,763 miles

Handbrake has little reserve travel

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2021 87,763 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Handbrake has little reserve travel

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 87,643 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 87,643 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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NUF 559P is a 1976 MG B in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 NUF 559P, 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 50 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 NUF 559P?

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What year was NUF 559P registered?

NUF 559P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is NUF 559P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NUF 559P shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NUF 559P have outstanding finance?

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