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XSF 797W

1980 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,736 mi
Last recorded28,736 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSF 797W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 28,736 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 28,413 miles

Offside Front Lower wing corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2018 28,405 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 28,405 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding slight play in propshaft rear coupling (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 28,201 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 26,549 miles

MAIN BEAM FLASH INOP BONNET SOUNDPROOFING INSECURE

Fail 13 Nov 2007 26,546 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

MAIN BEAM FLASH INOP BONNET SOUNDPROOFING INSECURE

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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XSF 797W is a 1980 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XSF 797W, 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 XSF 797W?

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What year was XSF 797W registered?

XSF 797W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 20 August 1980.

Is XSF 797W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSF 797W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XSF 797W have outstanding finance?

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