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MG MGB GT

Blue · Petrol · 1971 · 1,798 cc

808 FBPMOT history

808 FBP is a blue petrol MG MGB GT first used on 22 Apr 1971. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 1,372 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
1,372 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
808 FBP
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Model
MGB GT
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
1971
First used
22 Apr 1971
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

808 FBP was last recorded at 1,372 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Sept 2010: 2,299 miles, lower than 99,858 miles on 29 Sept 2009.
  • 22 Nov 2023: 797 miles, lower than 19,549 miles on 20 Sept 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
1,031 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 1,372 miles
  • 2024 – 1,031 miles
  • 2023 – 797 miles
  • 2022 – 19,549 miles
  • 2021 – 19,129 miles
  • 2020 – 18,835 miles
  • 2019 – 18,524 miles
  • 2018 – 17,028 miles
  • 2017 – 16,035 miles
  • 2016 – 15,210 miles
  • 2015 – 13,894 miles
  • 2014 – 12,237 miles
  • 2013 – 10,056 miles
  • 2012 – 8,002 miles
  • 2011 – 5,291 miles
  • 2010 – 2,299 miles
  • 2009 – 99,858 miles
  • 2008 – 98,213 miles
  • 2007 – 96,510 miles
  • 2006 – 94,090 miles
  • 2005 – 91,624 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass1,372 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass1,372 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    1,372 miles
    Test number
    139242022830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass1,031 miles (+234)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    1,031 miles
    Test number
    875046096201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass797 miles (-18,752)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    797 miles
    Test number
    149868223793
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass19,549 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    19,549 miles
    Test number
    352404295314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass19,129 miles (+294)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    19,129 miles
    Test number
    647262193077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass18,835 miles (+311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    18,835 miles
    Test number
    253238121661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass18,524 miles (+1,496)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    18,524 miles
    Test number
    548376160879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass17,028 miles (+993)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    17,028 miles
    Test number
    408967089535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass16,035 miles (+825)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    16,035 miles
    Test number
    868255417684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass15,210 miles (+1,316)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    15,210 miles
    Test number
    751849420903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass13,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    13,894 miles
    Test number
    887482666302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail13,894 miles (+1,657)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,894 miles
    Test number
    265729172924
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
  13. Fail12,237 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,237 miles
    Test number
    629513274227
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  14. Pass12,237 miles (+2,181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    12,237 miles
    Test number
    837903274272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Pass10,056 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    10,056 miles
    Test number
    246532263294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail10,055 miles (+2,053)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,055 miles
    Test number
    606501563220
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  17. Pass8,002 miles (+2,711)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    8,002 miles
    Test number
    267389682250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass5,291 miles (+2,992)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    5,291 miles
    Test number
    607797971227
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteRear axel straps cracking
  19. Pass2,299 miles (-97,559)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    2,299 miles
    Test number
    332534460417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteIgnition light on with engine running
    • NoteN/s and o/s rear axle check straps cracking
    • NoteSlight brake bind o/s front
    • NoteSlight play in o/s end of steering rack
  20. Pass99,858 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    99,858 miles
    Test number
    343562479229
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNS rear axle check strap cracked
    • NoteSlight wear in steering rack OS inner joint
  21. Fail99,858 miles (+1,645)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,858 miles
    Test number
    290446869246
    • FailureNearside Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNS rear axle check strap cracked
    • NoteSlight wear in steering rack OS inner joint
  22. Pass98,213 miles (+1,703)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    98,213 miles
    Test number
    144371868231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass96,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    96,510 miles
    Test number
    871061977215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail96,510 miles (+2,420)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,510 miles
    Test number
    514090577277
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
  25. Pass94,090 miles (+2,466)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    94,090 miles
    Test number
    952943486226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass91,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    91,624 miles
    Test number
    952793565243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail91,624 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,624 miles
    Test number
    632493565232
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Questions about 808 FBP

What vehicle is registration 808 FBP currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 808 FBP on a blue petrol MG MGB GT first used on 22 Apr 1971. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 808 FBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 808 FBP is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 808 FBP?
The MOT on 808 FBP is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 808 FBP done?
808 FBP was recorded at 1,372 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025.
Has 808 FBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 808 FBP has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2015.
Has the mileage on 808 FBP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 21 Sept 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 808 FBP find?
808 FBP passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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