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HWN 500N

1975 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

39,114 mi
Last recorded39,114 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1975 MG Mgb44,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWN 500N
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 39,114 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 38,504 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 38,502 miles

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 38,231 miles

o/s rear tyre wall perished

Fail 16 Mar 2015 38,228 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s rear tyre wall perished

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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HWN 500N is a 1975 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HWN 500N, 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

How do I check the history of HWN 500N?

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What year was HWN 500N registered?

HWN 500N is a 1975 MG Mgb, first registered on 5 May 1975.

Is HWN 500N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWN 500N shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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