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HKJ 224V

1980 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,929 mi
Last recorded37,929 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2020
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKJ 224V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2020 37,929 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 37,639 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 37,639 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 36,897 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 36,299 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 36,047 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 35,391 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 35,391 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 34,807 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 33,844 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 32,915 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 32,915 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 31,859 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 31,522 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 31,522 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 May 2009 31,196 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 30,656 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 30,656 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 30,224 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 29,518 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 29,518 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.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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HKJ 224V is a 1980 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HKJ 224V, 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 HKJ 224V?

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What year was HKJ 224V registered?

HKJ 224V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 16 January 1980.

Is HKJ 224V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKJ 224V shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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