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HDC 754V

1980 MG Mgbgt

Red Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

4,224 mi
Last recorded4,224 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 MG Mgbgt79,269 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDC 754V
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 4,224 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 3,334 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 2,855 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Half shaft oil seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 2,520 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 1,713 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 1,162 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 971 miles

Nearside Front headlamp insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear fog in-op

Pass 7 Nov 2018 660 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undrside of vehicle heavily undersealed/greased

Pass 14 Nov 2017 335 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 99,429 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2015 98,778 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 98,679 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Fail 29 Oct 2014 98,671 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2013 98,556 miles

oil leak

rear diff slight leak

Pass 20 Nov 2012 98,314 miles

Oil leak

slight leak from rear diff

Pass 10 Nov 2011 98,147 miles

Oil leak

slight oil leak rear diff

Pass 11 Nov 2010 97,910 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 97,397 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 97,395 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 95,792 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 94,576 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 92,869 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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HDC 754V is a 1980 MG Mgbgt in Red with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 79,269 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HDC 754V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HDC 754V?

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What year was HDC 754V registered?

HDC 754V is a 1980 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 2 May 1980.

Is HDC 754V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDC 754V shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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