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HDD 272D

1966 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

96,442 mi
Last recorded96,442 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 1966 MG Mgb33,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDD 272D
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1966
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 96,442 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 96,439 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Fail 6 Aug 2015 96,181 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight play at wheel hubs both fronts and nearside rear

Pass 6 Aug 2015 96,181 miles

slight play at wheel hubs both fronts and nearside rear

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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HDD 272D is a 1966 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1966 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 33,714 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HDD 272D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 60 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HDD 272D?

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What year was HDD 272D registered?

HDD 272D is a 1966 MG Mgb, first registered on 2 May 1966.

Is HDD 272D safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDD 272D shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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