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FPY 57V

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

81,382 mi
Last recorded81,382 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPY 57V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 81,382 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 80,065 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 78,010 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 76,725 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 75,520 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 74,334 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 73,131 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 72,143 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 71,302 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2012 71,210 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 71,210 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 71,186 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 71,136 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 71,054 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 71,032 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 71,024 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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FPY 57V is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FPY 57V, 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 FPY 57V?

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What year was FPY 57V registered?

FPY 57V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 11 January 1980.

Is FPY 57V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPY 57V shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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