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HWG 548W

1980 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

58,646 mi
Last recorded58,646 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWG 548W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 58,646 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 57,828 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 57,515 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 56,893 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 56,568 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 55,664 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 55,574 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 6 May 2014 55,457 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 55,272 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 55,025 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 54,788 miles

both front wheel brakes slightly binding on

near side front suspesion /bump stop rubber not fully secure

Fail 7 Feb 2011 54,788 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front wheel brakes slightly binding on

near side front suspesion /bump stop rubber not fully secure

Pass 23 Oct 2009 54,666 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 54,566 miles

off side front wheel brake binding on /slightly /

Pass 30 Oct 2007 54,348 miles

near side front wheel suspension coil /spring bump stop rubber not fully secure

off side front wheel brake binding on /slighty /

Pass 11 Oct 2006 54,071 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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HWG 548W is a 1980 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HWG 548W, 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

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What year was HWG 548W registered?

HWG 548W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 4 September 1980.

Is HWG 548W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWG 548W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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