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NVV 349V

1980 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2007
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

51,757 mi
Last recorded51,757 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2007
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVV 349V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2007 51,757 miles

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

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

generally body condition very rusty

Pass 21 Nov 2006 47,575 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 47,575 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

general corrosion under vehicle

run out on discs

wear in steering cuplings

Pass 15 Nov 2005 41,875 miles

bottom of both front doors weak

front cross member corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2005 41,875 miles

both front doors very weak at bottom

front cross member corroded

slight movement in front suspension joints

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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NVV 349V is a 1980 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 50,985 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NVV 349V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NVV 349V registered?

NVV 349V is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 April 1980.

Is NVV 349V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVV 349V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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