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HRJ 221V

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,140 mi
Last recorded27,140 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRJ 221V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 27,140 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 27,080 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 26,940 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 26,940 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 26,786 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 23,597 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 22,740 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 20,434 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Jul 2012 18,971 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 17,824 miles

N.S.Front track rod end gaiter split.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 17,824 miles

N.S.Front track rod end gaiter split.

Pass 10 Jul 2010 14,533 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 12,455 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 11,225 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 9,224 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 9,173 miles

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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HRJ 221V is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 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 HRJ 221V, 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 46 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HRJ 221V registered?

HRJ 221V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is HRJ 221V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRJ 221V shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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