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HMO 687W

1980 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,482 mi
Last recorded7,482 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2016
Typical for 1980 MG Mgb50,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMO 687W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2016 7,482 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre heavily cracked

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

Offside Rear tyre heavily cracked

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 8 Apr 2016 7,475 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inside wheel arch (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre heavily cracked

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

Offside Rear tyre heavily cracked

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 11 May 2006 7,180 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 7,180 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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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HMO 687W is a 1980 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HMO 687W, 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

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What year was HMO 687W registered?

HMO 687W is a 1980 MG Mgb, first registered on 10 October 1980.

Is HMO 687W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMO 687W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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