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XAT 664X

1981 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

58,427 mi
Last recorded58,427 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAT 664X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 58,427 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 58,314 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 58,155 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 57,509 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 56,046 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 54,193 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 54,190 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 62,665 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 50,547 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 47,613 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 46,750 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 46,385 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 45,043 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 43,919 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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XAT 664X is a 1981 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 XAT 664X, 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 XAT 664X?

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What year was XAT 664X registered?

XAT 664X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 8 September 1981.

Is XAT 664X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAT 664X shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAT 664X have outstanding finance?

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