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NNA 170W

1980 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,578 mi
Last recorded85,578 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNNA 170W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2024 85,578 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 45,728 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Both front lower king pins have slight play

Pass 20 Aug 2005 44,759 miles

front lower wings and outer sills showing signs of corrosion?

slight play in both front lower king pins

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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NNA 170W is a 1980 MG B in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NNA 170W, 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 NNA 170W?

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What year was NNA 170W registered?

NNA 170W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 15 August 1980.

Is NNA 170W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NNA 170W 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.

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