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GLS 653V

1980 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

307 mi
Last recorded307 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLS 653V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 307 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 194 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 89 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 31 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

inner sills at front

Pass 21 Jun 2016 98,619 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 97,125 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 97,122 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 95,136 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 95,099 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 93,485 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 91,899 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 91,859 miles

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 91,408 miles
Pass 31 May 2010 90,348 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 88,536 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 88,536 miles

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 22 May 2008 86,602 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 86,561 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 85,392 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 85,392 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 84,752 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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GLS 653V is a 1980 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 50,985 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GLS 653V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GLS 653V?

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What year was GLS 653V registered?

GLS 653V is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 April 1980.

Is GLS 653V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLS 653V shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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