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HKY 757W

1980 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

37,967 mi
Last recorded37,967 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKY 757W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 37,967 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower suspension arms , rear most bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 37,963 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 37,847 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 37,847 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 37,299 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 37,169 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 36,754 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 36,503 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 36,318 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre 3mm tread left. 165/80R14

Pass 25 Sep 2015 36,238 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 36,238 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 36,125 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 36,120 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 35,851 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 35,851 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2012 35,813 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2012 35,813 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 35,280 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 34,844 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 34,282 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 33,540 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 32,986 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 32,276 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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HKY 757W is a 1980 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 HKY 757W, 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

How do I check the history of HKY 757W?

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What year was HKY 757W registered?

HKY 757W is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 5 August 1980.

Is HKY 757W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKY 757W shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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