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HUC 23W

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

93,658 mi
Last recorded93,658 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2020
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUC 23W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2020 93,658 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 90,736 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 87,508 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 81,972 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 81,967 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 29 May 2015 80,717 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 80,528 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 79,757 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 79,724 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 79,474 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 79,474 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 79,267 miles

drive shaft u/j has slight wear

Pass 26 Mar 2009 78,805 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 77,243 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 76,619 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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HUC 23W is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HUC 23W, 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

How do I check the history of HUC 23W?

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What year was HUC 23W registered?

HUC 23W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 10 October 1980.

Is HUC 23W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUC 23W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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