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DEU 856W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

70,929 mi
Last recorded70,929 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEU 856W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 70,929 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 70,929 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 70,601 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 70,601 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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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DEU 856W is a 1980 MG B in Black 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 DEU 856W, 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 DEU 856W?

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What year was DEU 856W registered?

DEU 856W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is DEU 856W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEU 856W 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.

Does DEU 856W have outstanding finance?

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