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MGW 412W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

96,626 mi
Last recorded96,626 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGW 412W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Apr 2018 96,626 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

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

clutch pipe flexi insecure

Pass 3 Mar 2017 96,463 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 95,985 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 95,360 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2015 95,339 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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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MGW 412W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MGW 412W, 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

How do I check the history of MGW 412W?

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What year was MGW 412W registered?

MGW 412W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 6 September 1980.

Is MGW 412W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGW 412W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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