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UVX 956W

1981 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,982 mi
Last recorded47,982 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVX 956W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 47,982 miles

indicator flash rate could be improved

Pass 23 Aug 2019 47,706 miles

indicator flash rate could be improved

nearside rear brake performance could be improved

Pass 22 Aug 2018 47,251 miles

slight wear in front suspension pins

Pass 21 Aug 2017 46,786 miles

indicator flash rate could be improved

slight wear in front suspension pins

Fail 16 Aug 2017 46,785 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

indicator flash rate could be improved

slight wear in front suspension pins

Pass 2 Aug 2016 46,186 miles

rear tyres getting low on tread

slight lift in front suspension pins

Pass 27 Jul 2015 45,416 miles

rear tyres getting low on tread

sight runout on o/s front tyre

slight lift in front suspension pins

Fail 24 Jul 2015 45,415 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear tyres getting low on tread

sight runout on o/s front tyre

slight lift in front suspension pins

Pass 17 Jul 2014 45,140 miles

slight wear in o/s front lower suspension trunion

Pass 4 Jul 2013 43,965 miles

slight lift in front suspension pns

Pass 12 Jun 2012 43,272 miles

Advise some slight play in steering

Pass 2 Jun 2011 42,112 miles

front brake pads getting low

some wear in front suspension pins

suspect rear flexy fuel pipe might rub when suspension depressed

Pass 24 May 2010 41,371 miles

Towbar ballhitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 14 May 2010 41,368 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Towbar ballhitch cover fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2009 39,761 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 May 2008 34,494 miles

Some slight lift in front suspension joints

Fail 2 May 2008 34,395 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Some slight lift in front suspension joints

Pass 24 Apr 2007 27,528 miles

slight lift in offside front suspension pin

Fail 24 Apr 2007 27,528 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight lift in offside front suspension pin

Pass 2 May 2006 21,973 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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UVX 956W is a 1981 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UVX 956W, 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 UVX 956W?

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What year was UVX 956W registered?

UVX 956W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 28 February 1981.

Is UVX 956W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVX 956W shows 20 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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