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WAB 899V

1980 MG Mgb

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

55,758 mi
Last recorded55,758 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAB 899V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 55,758 miles

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

front suspension and components have age related corrosion

Pass 31 May 2018 55,120 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 55,060 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 55,016 miles

Centre Front prop shaft UJ has play.

Fail 11 May 2016 55,011 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Centre Front prop shaft UJ has play.

Pass 7 May 2015 54,440 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 54,317 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 54,199 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 54,125 miles

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

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

Fail 8 May 2012 54,114 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

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

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

Pass 3 May 2011 53,754 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 53,558 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 53,558 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 53,449 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 52,906 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 52,906 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 52,366 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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WAB 899V is a 1980 MG Mgb in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 50,985 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WAB 899V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WAB 899V registered?

WAB 899V is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is WAB 899V safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAB 899V shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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