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APU 263X

1981 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,742 mi
Last recorded36,742 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPU 263X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 36,742 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 36,739 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

All tyres aged

All tyres have flats in treads

Pass 10 Sep 2021 36,705 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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APU 263X is a 1981 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 APU 263X, 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 APU 263X?

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What year was APU 263X registered?

APU 263X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is APU 263X safe to buy?

The MOT history for APU 263X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does APU 263X have outstanding finance?

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