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APY 215A

1963 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

1,415 mi
Last recorded1,415 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2013
Typical for 1963 MG B28,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPY 215A
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1963
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2013 1,415 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 1,415 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Front brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

battery wirring fault

both rear hub seals leaking

Pass 13 Apr 2011 1,271 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 1,068 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 789 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 789 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 360 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 360 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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APY 215A is a 1963 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1963 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 28,492 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 APY 215A, 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 63 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of APY 215A?

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What year was APY 215A registered?

APY 215A is a 1963 MG B, first registered on 23 December 1963.

Is APY 215A safe to buy?

The MOT history for APY 215A shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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