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UDU 915W

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

40,776 mi
Last recorded40,776 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDU 915W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 40,776 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 40,484 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 40,406 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 39,727 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 38,523 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 37,242 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 36,341 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 36,339 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 36,251 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 35,837 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 35,827 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 35,411 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 35,150 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 34,000 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 32,955 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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UDU 915W is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 UDU 915W, 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 UDU 915W?

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What year was UDU 915W registered?

UDU 915W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 24 October 1980.

Is UDU 915W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDU 915W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UDU 915W have outstanding finance?

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