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VYA 260W

1981 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,881 mi
Last recorded62,881 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYA 260W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 62,881 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 62,881 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2019 62,571 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 62,571 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2018 62,197 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 May 2017 60,837 miles

slight oil leak

Fail 15 Apr 2017 60,828 miles

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

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

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 60,209 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 60,209 miles

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 58,986 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 58,986 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 58,820 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 58,533 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 58,023 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 37,330 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 56,026 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 55,243 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 55,243 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jan 2008 54,679 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 53,981 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 52,835 miles

Offside Rear 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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VYA 260W is a 1981 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VYA 260W, 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 VYA 260W registered?

VYA 260W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is VYA 260W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYA 260W shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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