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YYB 520X

1981 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,610 mi
Last recorded64,610 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYB 520X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 64,610 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 63,915 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 63,324 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 62,181 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 61,698 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 61,203 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 61,201 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 60,852 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 60,368 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 59,431 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 59,071 miles

Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 27 Apr 2016 58,301 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 57,923 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 56,824 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

slight bind n/s/r wheel

Pass 10 Apr 2013 56,360 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2013 56,360 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 55,803 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

oil leak

Fail 24 Jan 2012 55,803 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

oil leak

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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YYB 520X is a 1981 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YYB 520X, 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 YYB 520X?

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What year was YYB 520X registered?

YYB 520X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 17 August 1981.

Is YYB 520X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYB 520X shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YYB 520X have outstanding finance?

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