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HOJ 690W

1981 MG Mgb

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

22,939 mi
Last recorded22,939 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1981 MG Mgb46,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOJ 690W
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 22,939 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 22,898 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 2 Aug 2022 22,876 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 22,864 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 22,848 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 22,803 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 22,775 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 22,717 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 22,670 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 22,622 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 22,601 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 22,404 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 22,300 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 22,137 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 21,967 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 21,790 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 21,789 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 12 Sep 2006 21,674 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 21,674 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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HOJ 690W is a 1981 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1981 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 46,000 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HOJ 690W, 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 45 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HOJ 690W?

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What year was HOJ 690W registered?

HOJ 690W is a 1981 MG Mgb, first registered on 16 April 1981.

Is HOJ 690W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOJ 690W shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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