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MUV 676X

1982 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

12,376 mi
Last recorded12,376 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2021
Typical for 1982 MG B48,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUV 676X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2021 12,376 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 12,352 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

tyres 20 years old

Fail 8 Dec 2020 12,352 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

tyres 20 years old

Pass 17 Jun 2019 12,302 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 12,276 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 12,244 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 12,244 miles

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

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 12,195 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 12,195 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 12,129 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 12,129 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 May 2014 12,093 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 12,093 miles

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

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

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 12,092 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2012 11,990 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 11,966 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 May 2010 11,948 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 11,947 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 11,945 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 11,945 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 11,931 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 11,784 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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MUV 676X is a 1982 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 MUV 676X, 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 MUV 676X registered?

MUV 676X is a 1982 MG B, first registered on 27 March 1982.

Is MUV 676X safe to buy?

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