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FJE 155W

1980 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

18,153 mi
Last recorded18,153 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJE 155W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 18,153 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 17,820 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 17,465 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 17,030 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2018 17,030 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 16,730 miles

Front drop links and bushes worn

Side light switch intermittently faulty

The o/s/r inner wing is corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2016 16,295 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 16,012 miles

Play in the front drop links

Play in the front trunions and kingpins

Fail 26 Aug 2015 16,010 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Play in the front drop links

Play in the front trunions and kingpins

Pass 19 Aug 2014 15,344 miles

slight bind to rear brakes

Pass 20 Aug 2013 14,786 miles

play in the front kingpins and trunions

Pass 16 Aug 2012 14,373 miles

slight play in trunion joints

Pass 22 Aug 2011 13,777 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 13,775 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 13,388 miles

BOTH REAR LEAFSPRINGS SLIGHTLY DISTORTED

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT KING PINS UP AND DOWN MOVEMENT COULD DO WITH GREASING UP

Pass 2 Sep 2009 13,249 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW

SLIGHT PLAY IN NEARSIDE FRONT KING PIN UP AND DOWN MOVEMENT COULD DO WITH GREASING UP

SLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE FRONT KING PIN UP AND DOWN MOVEMENT COULD DO WITH GREASING UP

SWITCH ON HAZARDS NOT VERY GOOD

Pass 27 Aug 2008 12,617 miles

Hazard switch worn slightly

Slight up & down play in both kingpins

Pass 13 Sep 2007 11,355 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 9,317 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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FJE 155W is a 1980 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 FJE 155W, 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

How do I check the history of FJE 155W?

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What year was FJE 155W registered?

FJE 155W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 11 September 1980.

Is FJE 155W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJE 155W shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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