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NGA 26Y

1983 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

16,245 mi
Last recorded16,245 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2020
Typical for 1983 MG B42,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGA 26Y
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1983
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2020 16,245 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 16,241 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 16,241 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 16,218 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 16,218 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 15,921 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 15,921 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.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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NGA 26Y is a 1983 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 NGA 26Y, 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

How do I check the history of NGA 26Y?

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What year was NGA 26Y registered?

NGA 26Y is a 1983 MG B, first registered on 17 March 1983.

Is NGA 26Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NGA 26Y shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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