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BPR 401A

1982 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,154 mi
Last recorded29,154 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 1982 MG Mgb69,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPR 401A
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 29,154 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 28,487 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

kingpin play both sides front

low reading nearside park brake

Fail 17 Jun 2009 28,484 miles

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

kingpin play both sides front

low reading nearside park brake

Pass 30 Jun 2008 27,945 miles

o/s/r/ brake back plate damp

Pass 20 Oct 2006 27,341 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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BPR 401A is a 1982 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 69,386 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BPR 401A, 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 44 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 BPR 401A?

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What year was BPR 401A registered?

BPR 401A is a 1982 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 February 1982.

Is BPR 401A safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPR 401A shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BPR 401A have outstanding finance?

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