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RAM 140Y

1982 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

92,186 mi
Last recorded92,186 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2022
Typical for 1982 MG B48,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAM 140Y
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2022 92,186 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 91,726 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 91,567 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 90,809 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 90,256 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 89,605 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 88,749 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 87,972 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 86,934 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 86,316 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 85,577 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 85,240 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 85,233 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 82,510 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 81,909 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 81,909 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 81,032 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 80,835 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2005 80,687 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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RAM 140Y is a 1982 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 RAM 140Y, 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

How do I check the history of RAM 140Y?

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What year was RAM 140Y registered?

RAM 140Y is a 1982 MG B, first registered on 24 June 1982.

Is RAM 140Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAM 140Y shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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