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GPH 566V

1980 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,927 mi
Last recorded94,927 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPH 566V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 94,927 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 94,773 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 92,731 miles

Offside Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 90,344 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 90,341 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 87,550 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 87,521 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak around osr axle/hub mount.

Pass 3 Jul 2012 84,780 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 81,061 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Jul 2011 81,061 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 80,084 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 79,631 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 77,877 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 75,138 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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GPH 566V is a 1980 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GPH 566V, 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 GPH 566V?

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What year was GPH 566V registered?

GPH 566V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 15 February 1980.

Is GPH 566V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPH 566V shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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