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UWR 535W

1980 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,736 mi
Last recorded20,736 miles
Recorded on11 May 2012
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWR 535W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2012 20,736 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 23 May 2011 19,936 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion to n/s floor

Pass 15 Jun 2010 19,757 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jul 2009 19,560 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 19,359 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 19,357 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

near side rear axle strap broken

Pass 27 Apr 2007 19,346 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 19,346 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s front inner wheel arch holed with corrosion but not within a testable area

n/s rear axle check strap broken

rear registration plate in poor condition

Pass 12 Sep 2005 1,929 miles

rear num plate breaking up

slight corrosoin of under body panels

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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UWR 535W is a 1980 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UWR 535W, 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

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What year was UWR 535W registered?

UWR 535W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is UWR 535W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWR 535W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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