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HKU 537W

1980 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,649 mi
Last recorded69,649 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKU 537W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 69,649 miles

battery goes flat

foot brake has travel

Pass 21 May 2019 69,618 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 69,605 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 69,605 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 69,605 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 69,588 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 67,348 miles

front brake discs pitted

nearside front bumper insecure

slight play in rear splined hubs

windscreen marked but servicable

wipers deteriorated

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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HKU 537W is a 1980 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HKU 537W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HKU 537W?

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What year was HKU 537W registered?

HKU 537W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is HKU 537W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKU 537W 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.

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