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WGT 71R

1980 MG Mgb

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

3,946 mi
Last recorded3,946 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGT 71R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 3,946 miles

windscreen washers intermittent fault

Fail 23 Apr 2026 3,943 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested light switch intermittent fault (4.1.2 (b))

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

windscreen washers intermittent fault

Pass 16 Apr 2025 3,737 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 3,443 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 3,309 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 3,074 miles

Headlamp aim on lower limit

Pass 4 Apr 2019 2,684 miles

Nearside Rear (slight moisture around drum brake back plate)

headlamp aim on lower limit

Pass 28 Mar 2018 1,720 miles

Left side indicator switch temperamental

Nearside Rear Slight moisture around drum brake back plate

Pass 24 Sep 2016 1,215 miles

Rear Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 1,120 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 948 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 849 miles

very little clearance at front bump stops

Fail 5 Jul 2013 835 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

very little clearance at front bump stops

Pass 30 Jul 2012 830 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 741 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 702 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 509 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 452 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 351 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 276 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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WGT 71R is a 1980 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WGT 71R, 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 WGT 71R registered?

WGT 71R is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 8 December 1980.

Is WGT 71R safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGT 71R shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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