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DOF 941V

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

5,309 mi
Last recorded5,309 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOF 941V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 5,309 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 5,284 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2018 4,845 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 4,546 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 4,234 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 4,203 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 4,092 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 3,929 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

engine oil leak

gearbox oil leak

master cylinder front brake pipe slightly kinked at union

n/s/r hub oil seal leaking

slight free play detected in steering rack o/s

Pass 7 Jun 2011 3,463 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/r oil leak

slight free play detected at o/s/f wheel

Pass 30 Apr 2010 102,924 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 1,202 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 561 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 99,470 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 99,470 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 98,668 miles

slight play in o/s and n/s trunions

slight play in steering rack

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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DOF 941V is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DOF 941V, 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 DOF 941V?

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What year was DOF 941V registered?

DOF 941V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 11 January 1980.

Is DOF 941V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOF 941V shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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