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KPY 424W

1981 MG Mgb

Bronze Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

45,131 mi
Last recorded45,131 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 1981 MG Mgb46,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPY 424W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 45,131 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 45,115 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 45,036 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 44,959 miles

Handbrake linkage strap on rear axle Aged & in poor condition

Fail 18 Jul 2017 44,959 miles

Braking system leaking front to rear pipe burst on rollers (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Strap supporting handbrake rod on rear axle worn & poor condition

Pass 14 Jul 2016 44,791 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 44,682 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 44,480 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 44,181 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 44,053 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 43,997 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 43,961 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 43,938 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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KPY 424W is a 1981 MG Mgb in Bronze with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1981 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 46,000 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 KPY 424W, 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 45 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KPY 424W registered?

KPY 424W is a 1981 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is KPY 424W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPY 424W shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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