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HJD 690W

1980 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,419 mi
Last recorded19,419 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJD 690W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2020 19,419 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undercarriage and prescribed areas undersealed

Pass 6 Mar 2019 19,185 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 18,945 miles

Nearside Front brake disc badly worbed

Offside Front brake disc badly worbed

Fail 5 Mar 2018 18,945 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light none fitted (1.3.2e)

Nearside Front brake disc badly worbed

Offside Front brake disc badly worbed

Pass 6 Mar 2017 18,719 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 18,575 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 18,516 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 18,148 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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HJD 690W is a 1980 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HJD 690W, 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

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What year was HJD 690W registered?

HJD 690W is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 8 October 1980.

Is HJD 690W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJD 690W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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