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MGB 5V

1980 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

36,846 mi
Last recorded36,846 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGB 5V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 36,846 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 36,644 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 36,547 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 36,547 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 36,451 miles

Nearside and offside wishbone bushes splitting

Fail 13 Jun 2016 36,447 miles

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

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside and offside wishbone bushes splitting

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 35,737 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 34,876 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 34,875 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2013 34,539 miles

off side front wheel bearing

servo hose by manifold

Pass 21 May 2012 33,793 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 33,793 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 4 May 2011 33,140 miles

both engine mounts split

o/s/r outer sill slightly corodded

Pass 28 Apr 2010 32,416 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 30,975 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 30,698 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 30,698 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 May 2007 29,929 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 29,929 miles

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 5 May 2006 29,378 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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MGB 5V is a 1980 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 MGB 5V, 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

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What year was MGB 5V registered?

MGB 5V is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is MGB 5V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGB 5V shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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