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FPE 714V

1980 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,785 mi
Last recorded89,785 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPE 714V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 89,785 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 89,776 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 89,735 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 89,715 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2023 89,706 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 89,678 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 54,506 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 89,583 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 89,515 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 89,439 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 89,322 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 89,322 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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FPE 714V is a 1980 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 50,985 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FPE 714V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FPE 714V?

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What year was FPE 714V registered?

FPE 714V is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is FPE 714V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPE 714V shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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