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MRP 34V

1980 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,943 mi
Last recorded80,943 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRP 34V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 80,943 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 80,785 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 80,520 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 80,242 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 80,242 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2017 79,915 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 79,915 miles

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

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush outer (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush outer (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 79,451 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 79,424 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 79,332 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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MRP 34V is a 1980 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MRP 34V, 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 MRP 34V?

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What year was MRP 34V registered?

MRP 34V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 13 June 1980.

Is MRP 34V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRP 34V shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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