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HWD 869N

1975 MG Mgb

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

56,491 mi
Last recorded56,491 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2022
Typical for 1975 MG Mgb44,924 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWD 869N
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1975
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2022 56,491 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 55,876 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 55,864 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 20 May 2016 55,450 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 55,448 miles

Fuel system component leaking Filter (7.2.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 May 2015 55,137 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 55,116 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 May 2014 54,695 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 54,206 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 53,953 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 53,551 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 52,149 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 50,725 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 9 Feb 2009 50,725 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 19 Feb 2008 49,522 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 49,518 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 48,165 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 46,955 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 46,955 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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HWD 869N is a 1975 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1975 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,924 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HWD 869N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 51 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HWD 869N registered?

HWD 869N is a 1975 MG Mgb, first registered on 24 April 1975.

Is HWD 869N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWD 869N shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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