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SWB 2L

1980 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,282 mi
Last recorded83,282 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWB 2L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2026 83,282 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 82,355 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 81,818 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 81,508 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 80,892 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 80,313 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 79,747 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 79,320 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 78,848 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 78,143 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 77,483 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 77,057 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 75,706 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 75,136 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 74,002 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 73,393 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 72,804 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 72,277 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 71,972 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 71,633 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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SWB 2L is a 1980 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SWB 2L, 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 SWB 2L?

You can check the full history of SWB 2L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SWB 2L registered?

SWB 2L is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 12 November 1980.

Is SWB 2L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWB 2L shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SWB 2L have outstanding finance?

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