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HGU 280J

1973 MG B Roadster

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

772 mi
Last recorded772 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2010
Typical for 1973 MG B Roadster24,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGU 280J
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2010 772 miles

engine rear axle & garbox leaks - nearside rear hub leak

Pass 6 May 2009 747 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

gearbox - engine & rear axle oil leaks

Pass 17 Sep 2007 730 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 713 miles

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

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 640 miles

23% front brake imbalance ( max 25% )

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside rear brake back plate damp

oil leak

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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HGU 280J is a 1973 MG B Roadster in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 24,068 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGU 280J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 53 years old, this MG B Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HGU 280J?

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What year was HGU 280J registered?

HGU 280J is a 1973 MG B Roadster, first registered on 13 April 1973.

Is HGU 280J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGU 280J shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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