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FCP 699W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

64,880 mi
Last recorded64,880 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCP 699W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 64,880 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 64,880 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 64,867 miles

RH/R tyre starting to perish

Fail 24 Aug 2010 64,867 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

RH/R tyre starting to perish

Pass 19 May 2009 64,413 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 63,873 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 63,873 miles

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

Nearside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

slight play in o/s/f king pin assembly

Pass 26 Mar 2007 63,203 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2007 63,203 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.6d)

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

Pass 27 May 2005 62,994 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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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FCP 699W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FCP 699W, 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 FCP 699W registered?

FCP 699W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is FCP 699W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCP 699W shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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