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ExpiredMileage
55,861 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
slight drag from offside front brake
some under bonnet wiring exposed
engine oil leaks
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
Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
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
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?
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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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