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HUK 747W

1980 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

98,329 mi
Last recorded98,329 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUK 747W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 98,329 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 97,177 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 96,447 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 95,768 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 95,755 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 93,627 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 91,554 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 90,946 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 90,836 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 90,836 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 90,707 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 90,010 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 89,282 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 88,721 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 86,194 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 86,194 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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HUK 747W is a 1980 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HUK 747W, 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 HUK 747W registered?

HUK 747W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is HUK 747W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUK 747W shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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