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ORF 991W

1980 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,368 mi
Last recorded71,368 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2020
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORF 991W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2020 71,368 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 71,170 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 70,857 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 70,525 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 70,165 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 69,850 miles

Nearside front brake has slight bind

Pass 3 Apr 2014 69,532 miles

Nearside front brake has slighty bind

Pass 4 Apr 2013 69,200 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 68,790 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 68,416 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 68,063 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 68,063 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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ORF 991W is a 1980 MG B in Green 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 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ORF 991W, 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 ORF 991W?

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What year was ORF 991W registered?

ORF 991W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 4 November 1980.

Is ORF 991W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORF 991W 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.

Does ORF 991W have outstanding finance?

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