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OFD 940W

1980 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

35,450 mi
Last recorded35,450 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFD 940W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 35,450 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2021 35,450 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2020 33,471 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 33,647 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 33,645 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 32,440 miles

Nearside Rear damper has a slight oil leak

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 May 2016 32,200 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 30,872 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 30,526 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 29,526 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 28,962 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 30 Jul 2012 28,956 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 28,837 miles

Oil leak

corrosion startimg from under vehicle

Pass 16 Apr 2007 28,449 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 28,449 miles

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

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 28,022 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 28,022 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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
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OFD 940W is a 1980 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 OFD 940W, 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

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What year was OFD 940W registered?

OFD 940W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is OFD 940W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFD 940W shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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