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5540 MG

1980 MG B Roadster

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

35,478 mi
Last recorded35,478 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 MG B Roadster36,491 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5540 MG
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2020 35,478 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 34,854 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 33,531 miles

Front oil residue from oil cooler

Rear rubber fuel pipe from pump perished.

Pass 5 Sep 2017 31,825 miles

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 1 Sep 2016 30,485 miles

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Fail 1 Sep 2016 30,485 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 2 Sep 2015 28,528 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 26,212 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 23,859 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 22,060 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 19,907 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 19,848 miles

O/S/F BUMP STOP MISSING

Pass 8 Jun 2009 19,617 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2007 19,370 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 19,197 miles

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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5540 MG is a 1980 MG B Roadster in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1980 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 36,491 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 5540 MG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 5540 MG registered?

5540 MG is a 1980 MG B Roadster, first registered on 13 May 1980.

Is 5540 MG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5540 MG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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