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CHR 773V

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,523 mi
Last recorded99,523 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2010
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHR 773V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2010 99,523 miles

Chassis corrosion (underside of drivers footwell) not excessive.

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

Limited reserve travel remaining at park brake lever.

O/S headlamp reflector slightly corroded.

O/S reversing lamp inoperative.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear of o/s outer sill panel slightly corroded.

Slight roughness in n/s front wheel bearings.

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 98,088 miles

N/S and O/S rear suspension leaf spring slightly corroded.

O/S front floorpan / inner sill / jacking point corrosion not excessive.

O/S headlamp reflector deteriorated.

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog lamp not fitted (only a requirement on vehicles used after 1st April 1980).

Slight vertical lift in o/s track rod inner joint or rack/rack housing.

Pass 18 Jun 2008 96,502 miles

Corrosion at o/s front jacking point not within any prescribed area.

Drivers windscreen wiper blade starting to deteriorate.

N/S and O/S headlamp reflector starting to deteriorate.

O/S reversing lamp inoperative.

Roughness developing in n/s front wheel bearings.

Pass 22 Jun 2007 94,897 miles

offside head lamp reflector corroding

Pass 21 Jun 2006 93,113 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

gear oil is leaking from nearside rear drum/wheel. †

offside front floor corroded. †

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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CHR 773V is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CHR 773V, 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

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What year was CHR 773V registered?

CHR 773V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is CHR 773V safe to buy?

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