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HTN 426W

1980 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

19,547 mi
Last recorded19,547 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTN 426W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021 19,547 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 19,534 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 19,163 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 19,162 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 18,914 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 18,531 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 18,182 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 17,026 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 15,412 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 14,918 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 24 Aug 2012 14,918 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 13,379 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 13,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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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HTN 426W is a 1980 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 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 B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HTN 426W, 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 46 years old, this MG B GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HTN 426W registered?

HTN 426W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 3 October 1980.

Is HTN 426W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTN 426W shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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