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SOP 999Y

1983 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,759 mi
Last recorded36,759 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 1983 MG B42,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOP 999Y
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1983
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 36,759 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 36,565 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 36,407 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 35,659 miles

Nearside Front Wheel slightly damaged

Pass 24 Apr 2018 35,372 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 35,254 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 35,042 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 34,890 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 34,519 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2009 34,074 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 34,074 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 33,679 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 33,676 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front wishbone bushes deteriorating.

Slight binding nearside rear brake.

Fail 2 May 2008 33,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front wishbone bushes deteriorating.

Slight binding nearside rear brake.

Pass 2 May 2006 33,394 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 33,388 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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SOP 999Y is a 1983 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SOP 999Y, 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 SOP 999Y?

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What year was SOP 999Y registered?

SOP 999Y is a 1983 MG B, first registered on 15 April 1983.

Is SOP 999Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOP 999Y shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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