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HLJ 313V

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

35,252 mi
Last recorded35,252 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLJ 313V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 35,252 miles

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

Offside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive half shaft gasket leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential unit leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 35,252 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive half shaft gasket leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users petrol pump leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential unit leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 35,221 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Silencer box has temporary repair.

Fail 30 May 2017 35,221 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Silencer box has temporary repair.

Pass 10 Jun 2016 35,197 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2016 35,197 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 35,181 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 35,094 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 35,046 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 35,046 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 34,991 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 34,991 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 34,849 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 34,834 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 34,806 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 34,805 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 34,749 miles

offside front and nearside front lower suspension arm bushes deteriatng (no excessive movement)

Fail 9 Jun 2006 34,749 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front lower arm bushes deteriating

Pass 10 Jun 2005 34,493 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2005 34,493 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight play in steering rack

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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HLJ 313V is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HLJ 313V, 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.

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What year was HLJ 313V registered?

HLJ 313V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 3 April 1980.

Is HLJ 313V safe to buy?

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