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OPV 603W

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

89,522 mi
Last recorded89,522 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPV 603W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 89,522 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 89,522 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 89,520 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 88,872 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 88,872 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 88,065 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 86,315 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 96,069 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 85,225 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 84,908 miles

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear tyres perished

Fail 5 Jan 2017 84,893 miles

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Fuel system component leaking on tank (7.2.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear tyres perished

Pass 21 Jan 2016 83,949 miles

play in both front king pins

Pass 19 Apr 2012 83,929 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2008 83,894 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 83,830 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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OPV 603W is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 OPV 603W, 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 OPV 603W registered?

OPV 603W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 3 September 1980.

Is OPV 603W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPV 603W shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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