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RVF 617W

1980 MG B

Brown Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,843 mi
Last recorded98,843 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2013
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVF 617W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2013 98,843 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 98,803 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 98,697 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 98,697 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 98,564 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 98,288 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 97,785 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 97,567 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 96,997 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 96,670 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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RVF 617W is a 1980 MG B in Brown with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RVF 617W, 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 RVF 617W?

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What year was RVF 617W registered?

RVF 617W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 29 December 1980.

Is RVF 617W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVF 617W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RVF 617W have outstanding finance?

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