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MGZ 944

1983 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

57,704 mi
Last recorded57,704 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 MG B42,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGZ 944
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 57,704 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2023 57,701 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 57,052 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 57,032 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Rear Fuel hose leaking by the fuel tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 56,949 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 56,715 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 56,407 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 3 May 2017 56,211 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 55,878 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 55,878 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 55,444 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 54,920 miles

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 52,499 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 52,112 miles

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 52,112 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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MGZ 944 is a 1983 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1983 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 42,069 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 MGZ 944, 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 43 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 MGZ 944 registered?

MGZ 944 is a 1983 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is MGZ 944 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGZ 944 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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