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SMB 655V

1980 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

36,652 mi
Last recorded36,652 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMB 655V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 36,652 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 36,332 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 36,304 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewalls of both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2019 36,074 miles

Nearside non-obligatory rear foglight not working

Pass 4 May 2018 35,911 miles

Nearside rear foglight not working

Pass 26 Apr 2017 35,556 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 35,362 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 35,362 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2015 35,131 miles

Both rear tyres beginning to crack in tread.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside wiper blade beginning to split but still clearing swept zone.

Pass 20 May 2014 34,571 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system showing signs of corrosion.

Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Offside rear tyre beginning to crack in tread.

Fail 20 May 2014 34,571 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system showing signs of corrosion.

Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Offside Lower Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear tyre beginning to crack in tread.

Pass 2 May 2013 34,398 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

offside rear tyre cracking

rear silencer slightly corroded

Fail 1 May 2013 34,398 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

offside rear tyre cracking

rear silencer slightly corroded

Pass 19 May 2012 34,089 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 34,089 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 2 May 2011 33,972 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 May 2011 33,972 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 May 2010 33,719 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 12 May 2010 33,719 miles

Nearside Lower Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 2 May 2009 33,244 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 25 Apr 2009 33,244 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 32,928 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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SMB 655V is a 1980 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SMB 655V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 46 years old, this MG B GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SMB 655V registered?

SMB 655V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 4 March 1980.

Is SMB 655V safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMB 655V shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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