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SVM 430W

1980 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

81,767 mi
Last recorded81,767 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVM 430W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 81,767 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 77,389 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 75,095 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 72,924 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 72,315 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 71,825 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Dec 2019 71,825 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 71,112 miles

Fuel filter in poor condition

Rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Slight lift in both front king pins.

Pass 10 Mar 2018 70,613 miles

Slight play in both front king pins

Fail 9 Mar 2018 70,613 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Slight play in both front king pins

Pass 27 Mar 2017 70,020 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside rear brake low performance (3.7.B.5b)

Rear exhaust mounting rubbers becoming deteriorated.

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 14 Mar 2016 69,535 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 68,758 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 68,758 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 67,728 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 66,859 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 65,431 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 64,376 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 63,365 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 62,337 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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SVM 430W is a 1980 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SVM 430W, 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 SVM 430W?

You can check the full history of SVM 430W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SVM 430W registered?

SVM 430W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 21 August 1980.

Is SVM 430W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVM 430W shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SVM 430W have outstanding finance?

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