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MLA 790V

1980 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

24,678 mi
Last recorded24,678 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLA 790V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 24,678 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 23,635 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 22,567 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 22,438 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 21,930 miles

tyres craking of treed

Pass 8 Sep 2012 21,266 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 20,890 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

steering rack has slight seap of oil/grease

Pass 4 Sep 2010 20,399 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 19,805 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 19,805 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 19,294 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 18,737 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 18,332 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 17,883 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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MLA 790V is a 1980 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MLA 790V, 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 MLA 790V?

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What year was MLA 790V registered?

MLA 790V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 28 February 1980.

Is MLA 790V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLA 790V shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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