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OLN 635W

1980 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,428 mi
Last recorded13,428 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2016
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLN 635W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2016 13,428 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 12,389 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 8,506 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 7,074 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 2,431 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 78,223 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 78,093 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 76,210 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 75,240 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 75,032 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2007 75,031 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2006 74,962 miles

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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OLN 635W is a 1980 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 OLN 635W, 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

How do I check the history of OLN 635W?

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What year was OLN 635W registered?

OLN 635W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is OLN 635W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLN 635W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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