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MGB 437V

1981 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

46,147 mi
Last recorded46,147 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 MG Mgb46,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGB 437V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 46,147 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 45,745 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 45,223 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 44,820 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 44,342 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 44,256 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 44,152 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 43,344 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 41,188 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 39,815 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 38,220 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 36,830 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 35,535 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 35,012 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 34,946 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2005 34,946 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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MGB 437V is a 1981 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MGB 437V, 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 MGB 437V registered?

MGB 437V is a 1981 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is MGB 437V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGB 437V shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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