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UFK 87X

1981 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,337 mi
Last recorded31,337 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2016
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFK 87X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2016 31,337 miles

all tyres are perishing

Pass 17 Apr 2015 31,248 miles

Nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 11 Jun 2014 31,162 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

n/s/r tyre perished

Pass 13 Jun 2013 31,141 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 31,141 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 31,106 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 31,097 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 30,752 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Apr 2009 30,752 miles

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

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 30,551 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 29,783 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 29,783 miles

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

n/s front castle rail corroded

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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UFK 87X is a 1981 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 UFK 87X, 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

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What year was UFK 87X registered?

UFK 87X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is UFK 87X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFK 87X shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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