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FJH 246V

1980 MG B

Grey Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,277 mi
Last recorded88,277 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2010
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJH 246V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2010 88,277 miles

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

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

coolant leak from engine

Fail 25 Oct 2010 88,262 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 87,883 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 87,874 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 86,728 miles

Oil leak

f/r b/hoses rusty/f/r susp rusty/slight det f/r susp r/bushes/wear rack noisy MONITOR

Fail 3 Sep 2008 86,728 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

f/r b/hoses rusty/f/r susp rusty/slight det f/r susp r/bushes/wear rack noisy MONITOR

Pass 30 Aug 2007 84,751 miles

Oil leak

hazard switch sticky †f/r b/hoses rusty †f/r susp rusty †det f/r susp r/bushes †wear rack noisy MONITOR

Pass 20 Jul 2006 82,621 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 82,621 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2005 82,177 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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FJH 246V is a 1980 MG B in Grey with a 3,500cc 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 FJH 246V, 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 FJH 246V?

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What year was FJH 246V registered?

FJH 246V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 6 June 1980.

Is FJH 246V safe to buy?

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