CarVerify

Free Car Check

MVF 351V

1980 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,886 mi
Last recorded20,886 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2008
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVF 351V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2008 20,886 miles

rear o/s axle support strap broken

Fail 2 Feb 2008 20,886 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear o/s axle support strap broken

water pump leaking

Pass 11 Nov 2005 19,960 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
Full MG B GT reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MVF 351V is a 1980 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MVF 351V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MVF 351V?

You can check the full history of MVF 351V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MVF 351V registered?

MVF 351V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 13 May 1980.

Is MVF 351V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVF 351V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MVF 351V have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MVF 351V. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.