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HLY 669V

1980 MG Mgb GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,619 mi
Last recorded54,619 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb GT57,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLY 669V
MakeMG
ModelMgb GT
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 54,619 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 53,526 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 52,410 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 51,580 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 47,075 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 43,509 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 40,959 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 37,706 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 35,147 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 34,820 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 32,875 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 31,196 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 28,320 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 28,320 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 16,909 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb GT?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 108
brake binding 88
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Stop lamp not working 69
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HLY 669V is a 1980 MG Mgb GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1980 MG Mgb GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 57,648 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HLY 669V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HLY 669V?

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What year was HLY 669V registered?

HLY 669V is a 1980 MG Mgb GT, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is HLY 669V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLY 669V shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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