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GAM 870W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

62,321 mi
Last recorded62,321 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAM 870W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 62,321 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 61,990 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive ? sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 61,658 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 61,182 miles

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2021 60,087 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 58,448 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 57,274 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 55,081 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 54,598 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2017 54,598 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 53,601 miles

off side rear back plate damp

Pass 27 Feb 2015 52,620 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 52,115 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Feb 2014 52,115 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 51,552 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 51,158 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Feb 2012 51,153 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 50,540 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 47,306 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 47,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 47,270 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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GAM 870W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GAM 870W, 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 GAM 870W?

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What year was GAM 870W registered?

GAM 870W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 26 November 1980.

Is GAM 870W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAM 870W shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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