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UGS 498W

1981 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

94,000 mi
Last recorded94,000 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGS 498W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2020 94,000 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 93,603 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 93,228 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 92,474 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 91,808 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 90,472 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 89,259 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 88,084 miles

Offside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 86,072 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2011 81,945 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 79,303 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 76,032 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 76,032 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2008 74,015 miles

handbrake lever has little reserve travel left

slight play in o/s/f suspension and lower rubbers are splitting

Pass 29 May 2007 70,525 miles

slight play in nearside front king pin

Pass 24 May 2006 672,358 miles

Slight play in offside of the rack

Various oil leaks

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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UGS 498W is a 1981 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 UGS 498W, 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

How do I check the history of UGS 498W?

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What year was UGS 498W registered?

UGS 498W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 11 May 1981.

Is UGS 498W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGS 498W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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