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NFX 963W

1981 MG B

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,860 mi
Last recorded50,860 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFX 963W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 50,860 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 50,406 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 50,063 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 49,404 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 48,805 miles

oil leaks

slight corrosion under vehicle

Pass 21 Jul 2014 48,562 miles

Oil leak

corrosion underide

Pass 25 Jul 2013 47,470 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 46,727 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 46,229 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 45,970 miles

slight up and down play in off side trunnion

Pass 17 Jun 2009 45,433 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 45,433 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 45,240 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 44,674 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 31 May 2007 44,674 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 43,461 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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NFX 963W is a 1981 MG B in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 963W, 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 963W?

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What year was NFX 963W registered?

NFX 963W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 10 February 1981.

Is NFX 963W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFX 963W shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NFX 963W have outstanding finance?

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