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DFT 916W

1980 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

82,968 mi
Last recorded82,968 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFT 916W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 82,968 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 82,103 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 81,511 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 80,950 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 80,400 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 79,566 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 79,566 miles

Fuel hose leaking FUEL PIPE LEAKING NEXT TO CARB (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 79,176 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 78,191 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 78,191 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 77,457 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 76,586 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 75,680 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 74,573 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 73,455 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 72,124 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 70,983 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 70,159 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 70,159 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 69,098 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 69,098 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 68,480 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 67,450 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 66,025 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 64,610 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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DFT 916W is a 1980 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 50,985 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DFT 916W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DFT 916W?

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What year was DFT 916W registered?

DFT 916W is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 13 August 1980.

Is DFT 916W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFT 916W shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFT 916W have outstanding finance?

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