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GOA 629W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

69,633 mi
Last recorded69,633 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOA 629W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 69,633 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 69,555 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 69,426 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 69,312 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 69,195 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 69,024 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 68,749 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 68,424 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 68,005 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 67,732 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 67,216 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 66,864 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 65,992 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 65,487 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 May 2012 64,508 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 64,305 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 63,486 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 63,436 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 63,316 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 63,161 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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GOA 629W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GOA 629W, 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 GOA 629W?

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What year was GOA 629W registered?

GOA 629W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 26 August 1980.

Is GOA 629W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOA 629W shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GOA 629W have outstanding finance?

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