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RNO 331W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

29,598 mi
Last recorded29,598 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2022
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNO 331W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2022 29,598 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 29,552 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 29,247 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 29,145 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 29,037 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 28,850 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 28,440 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 28,112 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 28,020 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 27,873 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

sound proofing under bonnet not fully serure at rear

Pass 26 Jul 2011 27,500 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

sound proofing under bonnet not fully secure

Pass 22 Jul 2010 26,975 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 26,208 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 26,176 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

SLIGHT BINDING AT O/S/F

SLIGHT WHEEL BEARING NOISE AT N/S/F

Pass 25 Jul 2008 25,698 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 24,895 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 24,553 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 24,062 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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RNO 331W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RNO 331W, 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

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What year was RNO 331W registered?

RNO 331W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 14 August 1980.

Is RNO 331W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNO 331W shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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