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UBV 781P

1996 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,262 mi
Last recorded36,262 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1996 MG B43,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBV 781P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 36,262 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 35,985 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2013

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 35,027 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 35,015 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 35,015 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 34,914 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 34,803 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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UBV 781P is a 1996 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 43,876 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 UBV 781P, 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 30 years old, this MG B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UBV 781P?

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What year was UBV 781P registered?

UBV 781P is a 1996 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is UBV 781P safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBV 781P shows 8 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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