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C830 RSF

1985 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,398 mi
Last recorded88,398 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 MG B20,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC830 RSF
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 88,398 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 84,040 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 82,772 miles

o/s door release button has stiff action.

slight oil leak from the steering rack,n/s.

Pass 16 Jun 2012 81,899 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 81,835 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 81,680 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 81,433 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 80,921 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 May 2007 80,921 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 30,211 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 30,211 miles

Offside Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2005 79,096 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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C830 RSF is a 1985 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 20,177 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 C830 RSF, 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 41 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 C830 RSF?

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What year was C830 RSF registered?

C830 RSF is a 1985 MG B, first registered on 16 October 1985.

Is C830 RSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C830 RSF shows 12 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.

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