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VYD 83

1956 MG B Roadster

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,233 mi
Last recorded22,233 miles
Recorded on12 May 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYD 83
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1956
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2014 22,233 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 22,233 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 22 May 2013 20,486 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 19,156 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 18,888 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 17,983 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 17,983 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 13,949 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 13,948 miles

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

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 13,224 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 10,001 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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VYD 83 is a 1956 MG B Roadster in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VYD 83, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 70 years old, this MG B Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VYD 83 registered?

VYD 83 is a 1956 MG B Roadster, first registered on 19 March 1956.

Is VYD 83 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYD 83 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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