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VMA 100W

1980 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

10,456 mi
Last recorded10,456 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMA 100W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 10,456 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 9,351 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 8,206 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 7,931 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 7,931 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 7,884 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2010 7,390 miles

Evidence of some lift in king pins on both sides

Evidence of deterioration in rear spring bushes

Evidence of some wear in steering rack

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

Fail 1 Jun 2010 7,390 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Evidence of deterioration in rear spring bushes

Evidence of some lift in king pins on both sides

Evidence of some wear in steering rack

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 7,237 miles

Front & rear suspension bushes starting to perish

Fail 3 Jul 2008 7,230 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Fail 26 Mar 2007 7,008 miles

Evidence of some lift in both king pins

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 7,008 miles

Evidence of some lift in both king pins

Pass 31 Mar 2006 6,928 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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VMA 100W is a 1980 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VMA 100W, 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 VMA 100W?

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What year was VMA 100W registered?

VMA 100W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is VMA 100W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMA 100W shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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