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HET 665W

1980 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,902 mi
Last recorded58,902 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHET 665W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2020 58,902 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 58,305 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Aug 2015 58,102 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 58,088 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 57,709 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 57,379 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 57,242 miles

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

offside front steering arm has slight movement

Pass 13 Jan 2009 56,831 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 55,414 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 54,407 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 54,002 miles

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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HET 665W is a 1980 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 50,985 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HET 665W, 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 46 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HET 665W?

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What year was HET 665W registered?

HET 665W is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 11 August 1980.

Is HET 665W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HET 665W shows 11 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.

Does HET 665W have outstanding finance?

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