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AVU 396Y

1982 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

11,565 mi
Last recorded11,565 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1982 MG B48,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVU 396Y
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1982
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 11,565 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2026 11,562 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 11,040 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 11,034 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 10,583 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 10,334 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 9,795 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 9,418 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 8,640 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 8,048 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 7,326 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 7,064 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 7,064 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 6,660 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 5,697 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 5,695 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 4,741 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 4,164 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 2,367 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres slight cracking in tread

brake pedal slightly bent to right

Pass 27 Mar 2009 2,336 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres cracking between tread

Pass 1 Apr 2008 1,547 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 45 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 98,851 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 98,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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AVU 396Y is a 1982 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1982 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 48,852 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 AVU 396Y, 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 44 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 AVU 396Y?

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What year was AVU 396Y registered?

AVU 396Y is a 1982 MG B, first registered on 9 August 1982.

Is AVU 396Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVU 396Y shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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