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HUD 163W

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

5,535 mi
Last recorded5,535 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUD 163W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 5,535 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 5,528 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 5,507 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 5,507 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 5,418 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 5,353 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 5,321 miles

parking brake needs ajusting

Pass 29 May 2010 5,181 miles

Coolant leak

Fuel pipe/s corroded

parking brake need ajusting

petrol tank sender unit wire needs reclipping

Fail 26 May 2010 5,174 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Coolant leak

Fuel pipe/s corroded

parking brake need ajusting

petrol tank sender unit wire needs reclipping

Pass 23 May 2009 4,684 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

parking brake requires ajusting

Pass 10 May 2008 4,222 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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HUD 163W is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HUD 163W, 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 HUD 163W?

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What year was HUD 163W registered?

HUD 163W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is HUD 163W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUD 163W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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