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OLF 440W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

14,373 mi
Last recorded14,373 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLF 440W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 14,373 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 12,617 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 12,326 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 12,326 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2016 11,650 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 10,569 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 10,185 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 10,185 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 9,176 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 8,491 miles

rear brakes require attention

Pass 8 Sep 2011 7,883 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)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

front grill insecure

oil leak from differential

oil leak from transmission

Fail 5 Sep 2011 7,883 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

front grill insecure

oil leak from differential

oil leak from transmission

Pass 10 Sep 2010 7,687 miles

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

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

Oil leak

battery insecure

exhaust centre rear bracket loose

exhaust rear rubber mounts broken

indicators variable rate of flash

play in steering rack

propshaft joint worn

Fail 9 Sep 2010 7,687 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Oil leak

battery insecure

exhaust centre rear bracket loose

exhaust rear rubber mounts broken

indicators variable rate of flash

play in steering rack

propshaft joint worn

Pass 4 Sep 2009 7,365 miles

indicators flashing at slow interval

slight play in rack

Fail 4 Sep 2009 7,365 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

indicators flashing at slow interval

slight play in rack

Pass 11 Sep 2008 6,842 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 6,842 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 6,118 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 5,408 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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OLF 440W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 OLF 440W, 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

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What year was OLF 440W registered?

OLF 440W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 17 November 1980.

Is OLF 440W safe to buy?

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