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MGB 63V

1980 MG Mgb GT

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

40,274 mi
Last recorded40,274 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb GT57,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGB 63V
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 40,274 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 May 2025 40,274 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 40,238 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 40,213 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no water to screen. (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Fuel hose leaking banjo connection leaking . (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2020 39,863 miles

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 39,456 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 39,389 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 39,389 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 39,322 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 39,254 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 39,159 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 39,159 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 39,073 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 39,073 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 38,943 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Jun 2012 38,943 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 38,934 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 38,721 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 38,482 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 38,337 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 38,324 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 38,317 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 38,311 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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MGB 63V is a 1980 MG Mgb GT in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 57,648 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 Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGB 63V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was MGB 63V registered?

MGB 63V is a 1980 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 28 February 1980.

Is MGB 63V safe to buy?

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