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XYC 211X

1981 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

32,015 mi
Last recorded32,015 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 1981 MG Mgb46,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYC 211X
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 32,015 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 32,008 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

steering rack has slight leak

Pass 1 May 2018 31,923 miles

Rear exhaust hanger loose/damaged rubber

Fail 1 May 2018 31,923 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear exhaust hanger loose/damaged rubber

Pass 1 Jun 2017 31,624 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 31,612 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

air/vacuum leaks engine areas.

off and near side front wiper blades performance not tested.

Pass 14 Oct 2015 30,766 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 30,626 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 29,599 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 28,165 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 27,834 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 27,755 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 27,755 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2005

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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XYC 211X is a 1981 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XYC 211X, 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 XYC 211X registered?

XYC 211X is a 1981 MG Mgb, first registered on 5 August 1981.

Is XYC 211X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYC 211X shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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