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PGD 747V

1980 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

67,821 mi
Last recorded67,821 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGD 747V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 67,821 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 67,638 miles

Rear both rear bump stop straps starting to spit, suggest having these replaced.

Pass 13 Jun 2016 67,456 miles

oil leak at engine

Fail 10 Jun 2016 67,454 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

oil leak at engine

Fail 12 Jun 2015 66,047 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 66,047 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 64,485 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 62,879 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 61,336 miles

oil leak at rear diff

oil leak at sump

Fail 2 May 2012 61,335 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

oil leak at rear diff

oil leak at sump

Pass 10 May 2011 60,525 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 60,523 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2006 60,117 miles

had to raise idle to pass hc test and tick over slightly high

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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PGD 747V is a 1980 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PGD 747V, 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 PGD 747V?

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What year was PGD 747V registered?

PGD 747V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is PGD 747V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGD 747V shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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