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RRY 861W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

3,792 mi
Last recorded3,792 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2014
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRY 861W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2014 3,792 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 3,786 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 4,374 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2008 3,460 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 3,001 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 3,001 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 2,040 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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RRY 861W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RRY 861W, 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 RRY 861W?

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What year was RRY 861W registered?

RRY 861W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is RRY 861W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRY 861W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RRY 861W have outstanding finance?

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