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VTU 38W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

65,221 mi
Last recorded65,221 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTU 38W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 65,221 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 64,507 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 61,458 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 60,266 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 59,613 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 59,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 May 2016 58,486 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 57,412 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 56,307 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 56,307 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 54,723 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 52,061 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 48,260 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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VTU 38W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VTU 38W, 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 VTU 38W?

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What year was VTU 38W registered?

VTU 38W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 4 August 1980.

Is VTU 38W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTU 38W shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VTU 38W have outstanding finance?

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