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FAM 919W

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

83,344 mi
Last recorded83,344 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAM 919W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 83,344 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

slight oil leak

Pass 18 Aug 2022 82,880 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 81,967 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 81,514 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Jul 2020 81,511 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Jul 2019 81,078 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 79,735 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 78,760 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 77,911 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 77,136 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 77,136 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 77,008 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 77,008 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 9 May 2013 76,631 miles

clucth flexi hose leaking

Fail 7 May 2013 76,621 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Outer Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

clucth flexi hose leaking

Pass 16 Nov 2011 76,438 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 76,056 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 75,081 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 15,072 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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FAM 919W is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 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 FAM 919W, 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 46 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FAM 919W registered?

FAM 919W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 14 November 1980.

Is FAM 919W safe to buy?

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