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HNU 255N

1975 MG B GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,575 mi
Last recorded44,575 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 1975 MG B GT46,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNU 255N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 44,575 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 44,213 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 43,694 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 43,608 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 43,587 miles

Front numberplate temporary fixing

Pass 30 Nov 2016 43,515 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing slight play

all indicators slow flash rate but not less than 60 per minute

Pass 5 Nov 2015 43,034 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing play - STRONG ADVICE

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

indicator flash rate slow

Pass 11 Nov 2014 42,700 miles

offside rear hub bearing slight play

slight coolant leak from radiator

Fail 11 Nov 2014 42,700 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

offside rear hub bearing slight play

slight coolant leak from radiator

Fail 3 Feb 2007 42,526 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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HNU 255N is a 1975 MG B GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1975 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 46,418 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HNU 255N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 51 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HNU 255N?

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What year was HNU 255N registered?

HNU 255N is a 1975 MG B GT, first registered on 25 February 1975.

Is HNU 255N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNU 255N shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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