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UTT 38X

1980 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,357 mi
Last recorded24,357 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTT 38X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 24,357 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 24,357 miles

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure bolts loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Driver's seat insecure bolts loose to floor (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2022 21,904 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2022 21,902 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 21,598 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 21,271 miles

Engine oil leak

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 20,922 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 19,931 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 19,800 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 19,175 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 19,175 miles

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2015 18,875 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 18,875 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 17,863 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 17,579 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 17,579 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

engine will not idle

Pass 8 Sep 2012 17,490 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 17,251 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 16,986 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 16,768 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 16,768 miles

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

h c high on tickover

Pass 29 Aug 2008 16,656 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 16,491 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 16,367 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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UTT 38X is a 1980 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 UTT 38X, 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 UTT 38X?

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What year was UTT 38X registered?

UTT 38X is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 15 October 1980.

Is UTT 38X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTT 38X shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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