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HGM 150W

1980 MG Mgb GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,635 mi
Last recorded84,635 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2008
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb GT57,648 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGM 150W
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2008 84,635 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 80,796 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 80,791 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 75,573 miles

all welding repairs have been covered

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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HGM 150W is a 1980 MG Mgb GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 57,648 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 GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGM 150W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HGM 150W?

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What year was HGM 150W registered?

HGM 150W is a 1980 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 12 September 1980.

Is HGM 150W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGM 150W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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