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SVR 881W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,573 mi
Last recorded1,573 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVR 881W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 1,573 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 1,319 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 1,300 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 426 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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SVR 881W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 SVR 881W, 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 SVR 881W?

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What year was SVR 881W registered?

SVR 881W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 5 August 1980.

Is SVR 881W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVR 881W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SVR 881W have outstanding finance?

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