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RIJ 5500

1982 MG B

Red Other 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,055 mi
Last recorded45,055 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 MG B48,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIJ 5500
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2022 45,055 miles
Pass 30 May 2021 44,657 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 44,236 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 43,673 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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RIJ 5500 is a 1982 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RIJ 5500, 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 RIJ 5500?

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What year was RIJ 5500 registered?

RIJ 5500 is a 1982 MG B, first registered on 11 January 1982.

Is RIJ 5500 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIJ 5500 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RIJ 5500 have outstanding finance?

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