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HAV 25W

1980 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2025
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,463 mi
Last recorded88,463 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2024
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAV 25W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2024 88,463 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 88,086 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 87,806 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 87,162 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 86,848 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 86,453 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 86,351 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 86,324 miles

Front Gearbox prop-shaft seal deteriorated

Sump corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2016 86,263 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 86,263 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 85,792 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 85,629 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 85,116 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 85,108 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 83,412 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 83,412 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 83,350 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 83,047 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 82,521 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

o/s Rear hub seal leaking

Pass 19 Sep 2008 82,140 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 81,680 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 81,541 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 80,752 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2005 80,720 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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HAV 25W is a 1980 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HAV 25W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HAV 25W?

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What year was HAV 25W registered?

HAV 25W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is HAV 25W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAV 25W shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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