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GUH 716W

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

38,790 mi
Last recorded38,790 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUH 716W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 38,790 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 38,676 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 38,006 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 38,001 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre badly cracked

offside front tyre badly cracked

Pass 8 May 2017 37,995 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 37,974 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 37,939 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 37,919 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 37,886 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 37,840 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 37,829 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 37,647 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 37,577 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 37,496 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 37,354 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 37,178 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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GUH 716W is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GUH 716W, 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 GUH 716W registered?

GUH 716W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is GUH 716W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUH 716W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GUH 716W have outstanding finance?

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