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RSX 534M

1980 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

8,379 mi
Last recorded8,379 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSX 534M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 8,379 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 8,005 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 7,329 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 7,088 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 6,886 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 6,445 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 6,291 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 5,710 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 5,116 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 4,305 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 2,826 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 1,046 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 99,504 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 97,910 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 97,078 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 95,266 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 95,266 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 May 2010 93,459 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 92,273 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 90,697 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 90,697 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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RSX 534M is a 1980 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 RSX 534M, 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 RSX 534M registered?

RSX 534M is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 6 October 1980.

Is RSX 534M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSX 534M shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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