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B837 PPY

1985 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,548 mi
Last recorded82,548 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB837 PPY
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 82,548 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

corrosion to rear leaf springs

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 27 Sep 2016 31,462 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 81,430 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil dampner (2.7.3)

customer advises that vehicle registered in Southern Ireland so number plate acceptable

Fail 29 Sep 2015 81,422 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil dampner (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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B837 PPY is a 1985 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B837 PPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 41 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B837 PPY?

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What year was B837 PPY registered?

B837 PPY is a 1985 MG Mgb, first registered on 13 June 1985.

Is B837 PPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B837 PPY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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