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EBW 45B

1986 MG B

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

25,426 mi
Last recorded25,426 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 1986 MG B56,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBW 45B
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 25,426 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 24,146 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 20,027 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 18,809 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 17,686 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 15,044 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 12,489 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 9,836 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 5,730 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 3,043 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 99,748 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 96,935 miles

Bonnet missing

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 96,935 miles

Bonnet missing

Pass 13 Mar 2010 96,910 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 95,022 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 92,742 miles

advise os wiper worne

Fail 19 Mar 2008 92,742 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

advise os wiper worne

Pass 19 Mar 2007 91,001 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 89,300 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 89,300 miles

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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EBW 45B is a 1986 MG B in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1986 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 56,306 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 EBW 45B, 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 40 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 EBW 45B?

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What year was EBW 45B registered?

EBW 45B is a 1986 MG B, first registered on 18 April 1986.

Is EBW 45B safe to buy?

The MOT history for EBW 45B shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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