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DGN 435X

1981 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,854 mi
Last recorded53,854 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGN 435X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 53,854 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 53,686 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 52,894 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn slight play (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2018 50,508 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 49,730 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 49,595 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 49,420 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2014 49,405 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 49,282 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2013 49,280 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Outer Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 48,514 miles

nearside front tyre perished slightly

nearside rear tyre perished slightly

offside front tyre perished slightly

offside rear tyre perished slightly

slight play detected from both sides of steering rack

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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DGN 435X is a 1981 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 DGN 435X, 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

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What year was DGN 435X registered?

DGN 435X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 13 November 1981.

Is DGN 435X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGN 435X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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