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YYB 55X

1981 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,890 mi
Last recorded2,890 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYB 55X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 2,890 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 9 Aug 2022 2,889 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wish bone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 2,436 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive various engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2021 2,403 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill, holed in three places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions inside, outside fitting incorrect (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured spoke fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive various engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 1,687 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 1,686 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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 55X is a 1981 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 YYB 55X, 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 55X?

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What year was YYB 55X registered?

YYB 55X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 21 September 1981.

Is YYB 55X safe to buy?

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