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GJH 31W

1980 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

67,426 mi
Last recorded67,426 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJH 31W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2022 67,426 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 66,807 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 66,807 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 May 2020 66,003 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 65,305 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 65,305 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2016 64,908 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 64,878 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 64,024 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 63,776 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 63,776 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 63,761 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 63,761 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 60,680 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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GJH 31W is a 1980 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GJH 31W, 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 GJH 31W?

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What year was GJH 31W registered?

GJH 31W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 16 October 1980.

Is GJH 31W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJH 31W shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GJH 31W have outstanding finance?

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