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GKG 30W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,278 mi
Last recorded78,278 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKG 30W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 78,278 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Front Universal Joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2026 78,276 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn upper part of king pin has excessive play (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Front Universal Joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 75,800 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 75,782 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 75,757 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 75,757 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 74,746 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 74,316 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 73,917 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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GKG 30W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GKG 30W, 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

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What year was GKG 30W registered?

GKG 30W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is GKG 30W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKG 30W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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