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FPM 153V

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,808 mi
Last recorded9,808 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPM 153V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 9,808 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2026 9,700 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 7.47% (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 8,969 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 7,972 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 7,062 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 6,371 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 3,870 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 2,487 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 1,481 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 113 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 98,542 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 97,129 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 95,333 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 92,837 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 90,931 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 88,263 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 86,108 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 3 Aug 2011 86,108 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 21 Jul 2010 84,881 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

nearside reverse lamp inoperative

offside wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 21 Jul 2010 84,881 miles

nearside reverse lamp inoperative

offside wiper blade deteriorated

Fail 25 Jul 2009 83,231 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 83,231 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 83,188 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 83,079 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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FPM 153V is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FPM 153V, 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 FPM 153V registered?

FPM 153V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is FPM 153V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPM 153V shows 24 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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