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OVF 370W

1980 MG B Roadster

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

55,861 mi
Last recorded55,861 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 1980 MG B Roadster36,491 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVF 370W
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 55,861 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

both door mirror glasses slightly loose in mirror unit. mirrors vibrate when vehicle in motion, and give a poor view to the rear

both front suspension arms with spring seat corroded

both rear inner sills corroded. i recomend protection before further deterioration

corrosion on boot floor at offside rear. near spring mounting point. i recomend protected to prevent further deterioration

difficulty openning boot for inspection.

engine oil level on minnimum

engine oil sump corroded

engine running poorly, and running on. i recomend engine tune

front exhaust mounting bracked has loose fixing nut and bolt

fuel tank corroded and has a stain mark, but no visible leaks i recomend re checked when more fuel in tank

long travel on parking brake lever. rear brakes may require service or repair

multiple minor oil leaks from, engine gearbox, overdrive and differential

nearside rear axle limit strap deteriorated

slight drag at offside front brake

slight play in propshaft front universal joint

various and multiple service grease points dry. i suspect well overdue service

Fail 11 Jul 2014 55,861 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

both door mirror glasses slightly loose in mirror unit. mirrors vibrate when vehicle in motion, and give a poor view to the rear

both front suspension arms with spring seat corroded

both rear inner sills corroded. i recomend protection before further deterioration

corrosion on boot floor at offside rear. near spring mounting point. i recomend protected to prevent further deterioration

difficulty openning boot for inspection.

engine oil level on minnimum

engine oil sump corroded

engine running poorly, and running on. i recomend engine tune

front exhaust mounting bracked has loose fixing nut and bolt

fuel tank corroded and has a stain mark, but no visible leaks i recomend re checked when more fuel in tank

long travel on parking brake lever. rear brakes may require service or repair

multiple minor oil leaks from, engine gearbox, overdrive and differential

nearside rear axle limit strap deteriorated

slight drag at offside front brake

slight play in propshaft front universal joint

various and multiple service grease points dry. i suspect well overdue service

Pass 26 Jul 2013 55,851 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)

both door mirror glass loose fit in housing, mirrors vibrate when vehicle in motion giving a poor view to the rear

engine, gearbox, overdrive, and rear differential all oiley - minor leaks

fuel tank corroded and stained, however no sign of fuel leak at time of test. i recomend this is re inspected regularly

minor play in propshaft front universal joint

slight drag from nearside front brake

Fail 22 Jul 2013 55,851 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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)

both door mirror glass loose fit in housing, mirrors vibrate when vehicle in motion giving a poor view to the rear

engine, gearbox, overdrive, and rear differential all oiley - minor leaks

fuel tank corroded and stained, however no sign of fuel leak at time of test. i recomend this is re inspected regularly

minor play in propshaft front universal joint

slight drag from nearside front brake

Pass 30 Jul 2012 55,677 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

oil saturation at engine, gearbox and overdrive

oil seep from driveshaft oil seal on overdrive unit

slight drag detected on offside front brake

slight play detected in propshaft front universal joint. note this is a servicable joint and should get greased frequently, and does not apear to have been

Fail 17 Jul 2012 55,639 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

note various grease points on suspension and drive apear not to have been greased in some time

oil saturation at engine, gearbox and overdrive

oil seep from driveshaft oil seal on overdrive unit

slight drag detected on offside front brake

slight play detected in propshaft front universal joint. note this is a servicable joint and should get greased frequently, and does not apear to have been

Fail 20 Jul 2011 55,556 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine oil sump corroded and saturated in engine oil. may be porous

various areas on underside of vehicle breaking through with corrosion. recomend re undersealing.

Pass 20 Jul 2011 55,556 miles

engine oil sump corroded and saturated in engine oil. may be porous

various areas on underside of vehicle breaking through with corrosion. recomend re undersealing.

Pass 15 Jul 2010 55,308 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

slight drag from offside front brake

some under bonnet wiring exposed

Pass 13 Jul 2009 55,263 miles

engine oil leaks

Fail 8 Jul 2009 55,263 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine oil leaks

insulation on various live wiring under bonet chewed my mice - fire hazard

Pass 26 Jun 2008 55,213 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 55,213 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 54,972 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 54,972 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

battery tray corroded

boot not open

exhaust system corroded

nearside front lower trunion has movement

nearside front track rod end boot split

offside outer hood split

oil, leaks at engine/gearbox/differential

rear bumper insecure

Pass 5 Jul 2006 54,807 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 54,807 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

battery box corroded

offside and nearside front track rod end boots split

offside front steering has rack end movement

offside hood torn

oil leaks at engine,gearbox and overdrive

rear boot lid not open

rear bumper inner corroded

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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OVF 370W is a 1980 MG B Roadster in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 1980 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 36,491 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OVF 370W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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OVF 370W is a 1980 MG B Roadster, first registered on 30 December 1980.

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