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DFC 4V

1980 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

7,782 mi
Last recorded7,782 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFC 4V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 7,782 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 7,172 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 6,236 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 5,968 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 5,631 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 5,427 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 4,411 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 3,921 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 3,585 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 3,201 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 102,659 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 1,944 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 1,944 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 2,596 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 100,598 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 598 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 May 2006 99,562 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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DFC 4V is a 1980 MG B in Yellow 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 DFC 4V, 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 DFC 4V?

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What year was DFC 4V registered?

DFC 4V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 29 March 1980.

Is DFC 4V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFC 4V 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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