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SNV 71V

1980 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

4,333 mi
Last recorded4,333 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNV 71V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 4,333 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 4,235 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 4,112 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 3,917 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 3,824 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 3,765 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 3,598 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 3,455 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 3,294 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 2,986 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 2,512 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 2,187 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 1,693 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 1,169 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 494 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 494 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 284 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 284 miles

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

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

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 23 May 2009 71 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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SNV 71V is a 1980 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 50,985 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SNV 71V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SNV 71V registered?

SNV 71V is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is SNV 71V safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNV 71V shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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