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GMO 543W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

40,473 mi
Last recorded40,473 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMO 543W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 40,473 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 40,142 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 39,724 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 38,378 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 38,122 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 37,769 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 37,766 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 28 May 2012 37,641 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 37,161 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 37,106 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 37,106 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 36,970 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 36,180 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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GMO 543W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GMO 543W, 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 GMO 543W?

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What year was GMO 543W registered?

GMO 543W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 26 August 1980.

Is GMO 543W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMO 543W shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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