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BTC 596V

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

98,411 mi
Last recorded98,411 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTC 596V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2021 98,411 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 97,904 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 96,926 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 96,732 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 96,603 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 96,597 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 96,554 miles

o/s/r brake slightly binding

Pass 22 May 2013 96,236 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 95,481 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 94,815 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 93,440 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 91,416 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 90,205 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 90,205 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2007 88,752 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 88,411 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 88,411 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BTC 596V is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BTC 596V, 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 BTC 596V?

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What year was BTC 596V registered?

BTC 596V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 23 May 1980.

Is BTC 596V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTC 596V shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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