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MGB 244Y

1982 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,081 mi
Last recorded49,081 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1982 MG B48,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGB 244Y
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1982
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 49,081 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2024 49,070 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 48,655 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 48,363 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 47,974 miles

O/S/FINNER ARCH HOLED

Fail 2 Aug 2017 47,974 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SILL (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

O/S/FINNER ARCH HOLED

Pass 5 Aug 2016 47,527 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 47,527 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 46,986 miles

o/s/f floor holed

Pass 11 Jul 2014 46,415 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 45,969 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 45,965 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 45,552 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 44,940 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 44,940 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 44,448 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 44,441 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 44,059 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 44,051 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 43,248 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 43,242 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 41,850 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 41,850 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 40,664 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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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MGB 244Y is a 1982 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1982 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 48,852 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MGB 244Y, 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 44 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 MGB 244Y registered?

MGB 244Y is a 1982 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is MGB 244Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGB 244Y shows 24 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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