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PLK 257W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,828 mi
Last recorded49,828 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLK 257W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 May 2021 49,828 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 49,728 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 49,577 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 49,303 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 49,275 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 49,173 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 49,084 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 49,025 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 48,902 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 48,901 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 48,861 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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PLK 257W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PLK 257W, 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.

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What year was PLK 257W registered?

PLK 257W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 7 October 1980.

Is PLK 257W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLK 257W shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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