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JFC 426W

1980 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

14,870 mi
Last recorded14,870 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFC 426W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2019 14,870 miles

Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2019 14,854 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working all (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp switch cannot be operated from the normal driving position (4.2.2 (b))

Front Boot lid likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 14,473 miles

Offside Front inner wing/bulk head has light surface corrosion

both front brake discs corroded

offside and nearside lower trunions have slight play/lift

offside and nearside rear springs have minor corrosion

rear panel/trim holed and corroded

Fail 2 May 2009 12,944 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

both rear leaf springs slightly corroded

Pass 2 May 2009 12,944 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

both rear leaf springs slightly corroded

Fail 6 Apr 2009 12,921 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

corrosion to chassis legs

corrosion to front and rear suspension

corrosion to ns outer sill

corrosion to os ns inner and outer sills

corrosion to osf nsfr inner wings

front tyres wearing unevenly

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

slight play in nsf suspesion lower

slight play in steering

splits to nsr tyre treaad

stonechips to windscreen

Pass 30 Mar 2007 11,970 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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JFC 426W is a 1980 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JFC 426W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 46 years old, this MG B GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JFC 426W registered?

JFC 426W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is JFC 426W safe to buy?

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