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HEG 254W

1980 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

50,566 mi
Last recorded50,566 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2009
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEG 254W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2009 50,566 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 49,379 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 49,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 47,552 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nsr brake binding

Pass 7 Dec 2006 45,942 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 45,942 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2005 45,232 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 45,232 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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HEG 254W is a 1980 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 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 B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HEG 254W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HEG 254W?

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What year was HEG 254W registered?

HEG 254W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 10 October 1980.

Is HEG 254W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEG 254W shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HEG 254W have outstanding finance?

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