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HLK 981C

1979 MG B

Green Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

227 mi
Last recorded227 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLK 981C
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 8 Feb 2018 227 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 216 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 199 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 189 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 178 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 165 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 147 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 128 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Feb 2010 9 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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HLK 981C is a 1979 MG B in Green with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HLK 981C, 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 47 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 HLK 981C?

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What year was HLK 981C registered?

HLK 981C is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1979.

Is HLK 981C safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLK 981C shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HLK 981C have outstanding finance?

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