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FJE 633W

1980 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,038 mi
Last recorded20,038 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJE 633W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 20,038 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 17,298 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 16,418 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 15,625 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 13,183 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 13,183 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 9,494 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 7,789 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 7,782 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 5,212 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 5,211 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 458 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 99,670 miles

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How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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FJE 633W is a 1980 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJE 633W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 46 years old, this MG B GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJE 633W registered?

FJE 633W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 15 August 1980.

Is FJE 633W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJE 633W shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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