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HGM 199W

1980 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,627 mi
Last recorded62,627 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGM 199W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 62,627 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 61,429 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 60,720 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 59,277 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 56,599 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 55,006 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 54,689 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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HGM 199W is a 1980 MG B in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HGM 199W, 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 HGM 199W?

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What year was HGM 199W registered?

HGM 199W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 15 October 1980.

Is HGM 199W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGM 199W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HGM 199W have outstanding finance?

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