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VGK 815W

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

9,282 mi
Last recorded9,282 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGK 815W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 9,282 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 9,003 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 8,745 miles

Central Inner Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 20 Jul 2023 8,523 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox/back-axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 8,277 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Jul 2021 7,983 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 7,844 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 7,844 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 7,578 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 7,321 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 6,689 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 6,689 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 5,845 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 4,847 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 3,945 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 25 Jul 2013 2,822 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 1,279 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 200 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 200 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 99,365 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 98,288 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 97,052 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 97,052 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2007 96,239 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 95,284 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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VGK 815W is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 VGK 815W, 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 VGK 815W registered?

VGK 815W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 9 September 1980.

Is VGK 815W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGK 815W shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VGK 815W have outstanding finance?

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