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YLG 281W

1981 MG B

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,097 mi
Last recorded71,097 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2012
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLG 281W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2012 71,097 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 71,097 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

n/s/r anti roll bar bush worn 2 o/s/f rubber bush in suspension arm 3 n/s/f track rod end gaitter split

Fail 7 Jan 2012 71,090 miles

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

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

main beam dosent flash

surface corrosion to body work

surface corrosion to under side of vehicle

trims fitted to sills/steps not allowing condition of sills to be assesed

Pass 12 Oct 2010 70,754 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 69,772 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 68,633 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 67,419 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 66,873 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 66,873 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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YLG 281W is a 1981 MG B in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YLG 281W, 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 YLG 281W registered?

YLG 281W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 10 April 1981.

Is YLG 281W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLG 281W shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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