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EHL 119V

1980 MG Mgb GT

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,418 mi
Last recorded40,418 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb GT57,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEHL 119V
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 40,418 miles

headlight warning lamp dim

Pass 13 Mar 2025 39,221 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 38,332 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 37,563 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 36,401 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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EHL 119V is a 1980 MG Mgb GT in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 57,648 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EHL 119V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 46 years old, this MG Mgb GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EHL 119V?

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What year was EHL 119V registered?

EHL 119V is a 1980 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is EHL 119V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EHL 119V shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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