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BBV 86V

1980 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,558 mi
Last recorded95,558 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBV 86V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 95,558 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 95,451 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush king pin/bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Upper Front suspension locking device ineffective king pin attatchment (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush king pin/bush (2.5.A.1c)

sill covers obscure some testable areas

Pass 13 Jan 2017 95,339 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

sill covers fitted

Fail 13 Jan 2017 95,339 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

sill covers fitted

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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BBV 86V is a 1980 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BBV 86V, 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 BBV 86V?

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What year was BBV 86V registered?

BBV 86V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 13 June 1980.

Is BBV 86V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBV 86V shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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