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XUN 703V

1980 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

32,221 mi
Last recorded32,221 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUN 703V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 32,221 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 31,968 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 31,968 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 31,531 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 31,488 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn bush parted (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 31,073 miles

oil leaks

Pass 5 Aug 2016 30,702 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 30,697 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 30,266 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 29,895 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 29,425 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 28,900 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working. This may become an MOT item later in the year.

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front suspension bump stop missing.

Pass 6 Jul 2011 27,992 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 27,992 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 27,148 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2009 25,738 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

gearbox and engine oil leaks

metal fuel pipe front to rear corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2008 24,251 miles

H C high at idle

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 24,128 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 23,790 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2005 23,686 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2005 23,686 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

both front tyres low on tread

coolant leaking

unable to carry out emissons test

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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XUN 703V is a 1980 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 XUN 703V, 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 XUN 703V?

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What year was XUN 703V registered?

XUN 703V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 14 June 1980.

Is XUN 703V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUN 703V shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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