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NJU 965W

1980 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,058 mi
Last recorded26,058 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJU 965W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 26,058 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 25,618 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 25,616 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2017 25,214 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 24,582 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 23,562 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 22,726 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 22,726 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 29 May 2013 21,688 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 20,840 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 19,674 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 19,404 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 18,900 miles

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

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

slight rust on both sills

Pass 19 Nov 2008 18,304 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 16,120 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 13,933 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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NJU 965W is a 1980 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NJU 965W, 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 NJU 965W?

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What year was NJU 965W registered?

NJU 965W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 7 November 1980.

Is NJU 965W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJU 965W shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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