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BOR 653V

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

11,125 mi
Last recorded11,125 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOR 653V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 11,125 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 9,131 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 7,020 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 5,447 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 3,667 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 2,853 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 2,194 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 1,099 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 91,847 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 89,705 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 88,780 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 87,442 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 89,391 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 83,874 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 81,557 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 78,302 miles

headlamp reflectors beginning to tarnish

Fail 10 Jun 2009 78,290 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Centre Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2008 74,813 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 73,541 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 70,037 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 70,021 miles

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

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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BOR 653V is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 BOR 653V, 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 BOR 653V?

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What year was BOR 653V registered?

BOR 653V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 3 June 1980.

Is BOR 653V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOR 653V shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BOR 653V have outstanding finance?

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