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VYC 198W

1981 MG Mgb

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,243 mi
Last recorded38,243 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 MG Mgb46,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYC 198W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2020 38,243 miles

Nearside Rear leaf spring wrapped

Offside Rear leaf spring wrapped

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 38,024 miles

Nearside Rear leaf spring wrapped

Offside Rear leaf spring wrapped

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 37,903 miles

Nearside Rear spring wrapped

Offside Rear spring wrapped

Pass 3 Jul 2017 37,547 miles

Nearside Rear wrapped

Offside Rear spring wrapped

Pass 7 Jul 2016 36,905 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

rear springs have covers fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2015 36,653 miles

nearside washer jet weak

petrol cap stiff

Pass 30 Jun 2014 35,783 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 35,105 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 34,732 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 33,505 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 26 Jun 2010 32,911 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Rear springs covered

Pass 13 Jun 2009 31,879 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 31,143 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 30,703 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 30,165 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 29,883 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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VYC 198W is a 1981 MG Mgb in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 46,000 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VYC 198W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 45 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VYC 198W registered?

VYC 198W is a 1981 MG Mgb, first registered on 17 March 1981.

Is VYC 198W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYC 198W shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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