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NWV 59P

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

95,907 mi
Last recorded95,907 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2020
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWV 59P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2020 95,907 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 95,305 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 95,066 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 94,530 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 94,233 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 94,016 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 93,464 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 92,876 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 91,973 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 90,745 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 90,045 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 90,041 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting weld cracked (2.4.G.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 88,808 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 88,332 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 87,948 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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NWV 59P is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 NWV 59P, 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 NWV 59P?

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What year was NWV 59P registered?

NWV 59P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 28 May 1976.

Is NWV 59P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWV 59P shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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