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YDV 582X

1981 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,892 mi
Last recorded61,892 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDV 582X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2020 61,892 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 61,888 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 61,853 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 61,853 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 61,831 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 61,772 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 61,759 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Apr 2012 61,755 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 61,198 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 2 Jun 2008 61,150 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 60,776 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 59,292 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 57,143 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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YDV 582X is a 1981 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YDV 582X, 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 YDV 582X?

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What year was YDV 582X registered?

YDV 582X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 9 September 1981.

Is YDV 582X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDV 582X shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YDV 582X have outstanding finance?

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