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KWV 8W

1980 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

65,201 mi
Last recorded65,201 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWV 8W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2020 65,201 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 65,199 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 64,762 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 64,762 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 64,419 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 64,098 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 63,818 miles

rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 27 Jul 2015 63,514 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 63,159 miles

o/s front floor corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2013 62,743 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 62,144 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 61,720 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 61,142 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 60,608 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 59,798 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 59,798 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 58,927 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 58,188 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 57,461 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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KWV 8W is a 1980 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KWV 8W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KWV 8W?

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What year was KWV 8W registered?

KWV 8W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 26 August 1980.

Is KWV 8W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWV 8W shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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