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FHB 72V

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

17,277 mi
Last recorded17,277 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHB 72V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 17,277 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 May 2018 17,277 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged clasp not working (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2015 16,713 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 16,713 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort parking brake (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 17,797 miles

Offside rear brake back plate damp (Oil)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 12,414 miles

parking brake rear mounting slightly deteriorated

sill covers fitted

Fail 15 Aug 2013 12,414 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake rear mounting slightly deteriorated

Sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2011 9,553 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 8,792 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 8,243 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2009 8,243 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 7,981 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 7,617 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 7,261 miles

hand brake travel close to exess.

Pass 14 Nov 2005 6,967 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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FHB 72V is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FHB 72V, 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 FHB 72V registered?

FHB 72V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is FHB 72V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHB 72V shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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