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NMY 420W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,073 mi
Last recorded84,073 miles
Recorded on10 May 2014
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMY 420W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2014 84,073 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 83,536 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 82,543 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 82,418 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2005 82,408 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

o/s/f wheel bearing slighly noisy. Battery not secure. Handbrake compensator strap starting to deteriorate. OSR anti roll bar bush starting to deteriorate.

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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NMY 420W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NMY 420W, 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 NMY 420W?

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What year was NMY 420W registered?

NMY 420W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 21 February 1981.

Is NMY 420W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMY 420W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NMY 420W have outstanding finance?

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