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MNX 88V

1980 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

66,817 mi
Last recorded66,817 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNX 88V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 66,817 miles

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

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

Fail 15 May 2021 66,816 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 66,622 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 66,599 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2018 64,938 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 64,565 miles

Oil leak ()

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 8 Jun 2015 64,012 miles

has chip in center of windscreen but not in swept area.

offside rear axle strap is contacting fuel pipe.

Fail 29 May 2015 63,797 miles

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

has chip in center of windscreen but not in swept area.

offside rear axle strap is contacting fuel pipe.

Pass 12 Jun 2014 63,288 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 62,504 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2006 62,418 miles

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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MNX 88V is a 1980 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MNX 88V, 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

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What year was MNX 88V registered?

MNX 88V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 11 April 1980.

Is MNX 88V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MNX 88V shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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