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FWG 703V

1980 MG B

Green Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,111 mi
Last recorded65,111 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWG 703V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 65,111 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 65,110 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 65,055 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 64,981 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 64,981 miles

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

Nearside Lower Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 May 2013 64,870 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 64,642 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 64,593 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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FWG 703V is a 1980 MG B in Green with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FWG 703V, 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 FWG 703V?

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What year was FWG 703V registered?

FWG 703V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 16 June 1980.

Is FWG 703V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWG 703V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FWG 703V have outstanding finance?

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