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IIJ 16

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

4,719 mi
Last recorded4,719 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIIJ 16
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 4,719 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 4,534 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 4,234 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 4,234 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 3,550 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 1,908 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect O/S N/S (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 1,908 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule O/S N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect O/S N/S (5.3.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 1,851 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2018 1,592 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 503 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 99,757 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 97,400 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 95,097 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 93,229 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 90,815 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 89,648 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 86,882 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 86,882 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Aug 2008 85,248 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 82,400 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 81,257 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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IIJ 16 is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 IIJ 16, 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 IIJ 16 registered?

IIJ 16 is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 11 September 1980.

Is IIJ 16 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IIJ 16 shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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