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OHA 674W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

6,096 mi
Last recorded6,096 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHA 674W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2021 6,096 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2021 6,086 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 5,487 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2020 5,487 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 5,279 miles

both front tyres wearing on the edges

Fail 13 Feb 2019 5,276 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front tyres wearing on the edges

Pass 24 Oct 2017 4,867 miles

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 8 Nov 2016 4,327 miles

Offside Rear anti roll link bush worn with play

both front tyres wearing on edges

front wheel bearing have slight play

rear lower pannal corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2015 2,639 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on edge

Offside Front ,lower,king pin bush worn with slight play

rear brake slightly binding

rear lower back panel corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2014 926 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 99,368 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 99,368 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 97,919 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 97,912 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 95,891 miles

most components are slightly rusty

Pass 4 Nov 2010 95,284 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2009 94,523 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 93,707 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 92,793 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 90,605 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 85,470 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2005 85,433 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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OHA 674W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OHA 674W, 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 OHA 674W?

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What year was OHA 674W registered?

OHA 674W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 6 August 1980.

Is OHA 674W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OHA 674W shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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