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HEW 264W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,034 mi
Last recorded47,034 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEW 264W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 47,034 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 46,533 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 45,709 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 45,709 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 11 May 2012 45,435 miles

n/s/r shock absorber weeping slight oil

rear brakes fluctuating

Fail 4 May 2012 45,435 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

n/s/r shock absorber weeping slight oil

rear brakes fluctuating

Pass 17 Dec 2010 45,244 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 45,048 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 45,010 miles

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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HEW 264W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HEW 264W, 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 HEW 264W?

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What year was HEW 264W registered?

HEW 264W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 11 December 1980.

Is HEW 264W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEW 264W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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