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NFX 555W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,289 mi
Last recorded36,289 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFX 555W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2022 36,289 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 36,288 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 36,285 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 36,225 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 36,113 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 35,252 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 34,578 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 33,155 miles

n/s/f tyre perished

n/s/r tyre perished

o/s/f tyre perished

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 17 May 2010 30,424 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 30,402 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 29,401 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 28,263 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 26,648 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 24,671 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 24,671 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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NFX 555W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 NFX 555W, 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 45 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NFX 555W?

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What year was NFX 555W registered?

NFX 555W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is NFX 555W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFX 555W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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