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C40 TLE

1980 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,425 mi
Last recorded18,425 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC40 TLE
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 18,425 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 18,040 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 17,869 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 17,047 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 16,821 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 8 Jun 2015 16,821 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 16,169 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 15,662 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 15,466 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 15,116 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 14,665 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 14,036 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 13,078 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 May 2008 13,078 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 12,251 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 10,950 miles

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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C40 TLE is a 1980 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 C40 TLE, 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 C40 TLE?

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What year was C40 TLE registered?

C40 TLE is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 7 January 1980.

Is C40 TLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C40 TLE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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