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VTU 415W

1980 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

11,963 mi
Last recorded11,963 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTU 415W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2026 11,963 miles

Fuel pipe insecure fuel filter pipe (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering system fouling track rod end fouling road wheel (2.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

long park brake travel

Pass 5 Jun 2017 10,482 miles

slight play in o/s of steering rack

surface corrossion on rear brake

Fail 23 May 2017 10,481 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

slight play in o/s of steering rack

surface corrossion on rear brake

Pass 29 Apr 2013 10,037 miles

slight play in offside steering rack

Fail 24 May 2012 10,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

slight play in offside of steering rack

Pass 24 May 2012 10,029 miles

slight play in offside of steering rack

Pass 18 May 2011 9,428 miles

slight play in offside of steering rack

Pass 28 May 2010 8,377 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 7,750 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 6,727 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 5,915 miles

Offside Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 4,563 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 4,563 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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 415W is a 1980 MG B in Green 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 VTU 415W, 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 VTU 415W registered?

VTU 415W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is VTU 415W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTU 415W 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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