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GCP 666W

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,886 mi
Last recorded92,886 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCP 666W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 92,886 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Feb 2026 92,886 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 92,215 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 92,006 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 91,953 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 91,953 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 91,619 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 91,340 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 91,177 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 91,050 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 90,844 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 90,568 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 90,567 miles

Stop lamp not working Both (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 90,354 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 90,304 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 90,263 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 90,187 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 90,074 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 90,040 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 90,016 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 89,953 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 89,883 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 89,837 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2006 89,833 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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GCP 666W is a 1980 MG B in Red 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 GCP 666W, 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 GCP 666W?

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What year was GCP 666W registered?

GCP 666W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 7 August 1980.

Is GCP 666W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCP 666W 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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