Official DVLA Record

1980 MG MGB 1.8L Petrol · FNP 538W

FNP 538W

1980 MG MGB (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/10/1980. Recorded mileage 65,888 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
MG MGB
Year / Origin
1980 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11/02/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
65,888 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 11/02/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1980
Engine
1798cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2025-02-12 MOT at 65,888 miles passed without any recorded defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend. No defects were noted in the 2023-08-21 or 2022-09-13 tests, confirming consistent condition. The mileage has risen only modestly, from 65,095 miles in September 2022 to 65,529 miles in August 2023, a gain of 434 miles, and then to 65,888 miles in February 2025, adding 359 miles. These increments correspond to roughly 1,400 miles per year, well below the average for a 46‑year‑old car, suggesting the vehicle has spent considerable time stationary. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear or cracking, test the brake discs and calipers for binding or corrosion, and examine the chassis rails and wheel arches for structural rust. Checking the exhaust system for leaks or excessive corrosion, verifying tyre tread depth, and assessing the condition of wiper blades and other consumables will complete a thorough physical evaluation.

FNP 538W Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2025
  • 65,888 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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FNP 538W Mileage History

  1. 13/09/202265,095 mi
  2. 21/08/202365,529 mi+434 mi
  3. 12/02/202565,888 mi+359 mi

Average of roughly 328 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

FNP 538W MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1980 Mg Mgb (FNP 538W) between September 2022 and February 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
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ADVISORY