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OWD 350W

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

54,388 mi
Last recorded54,388 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWD 350W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 54,388 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 May 2019 54,388 miles

Emissions not tested unable to maintain idle without driver input (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Outer Floor excessively deteriorated small hole in drivers floor panel (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 54,063 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 54,033 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 54,021 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 53,746 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 53,734 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 53,449 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 53,042 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 52,894 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 52,474 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 51,879 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 51,376 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 51,376 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 50,865 miles

slight play in n/s kingpin

Pass 3 Aug 2007 50,251 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 50,251 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 49,527 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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OWD 350W is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 OWD 350W, 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 OWD 350W?

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What year was OWD 350W registered?

OWD 350W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 19 August 1980.

Is OWD 350W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWD 350W shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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