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HHD 180S

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,122 mi
Last recorded36,122 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2020
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHD 180S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2020 36,122 miles

headlight /main beam switch sticks or switches lights off when main beam operated

slight oil leak from diff pan on rear axle

Fail 4 Feb 2020 36,122 miles

Emissions not tested due to engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

headlight /main beam switch sticks or switches lights off when main beam operated

slight oil leak from diff pan on rear axle

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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HHD 180S is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 HHD 180S, 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 48 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 HHD 180S?

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What year was HHD 180S registered?

HHD 180S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 31 March 1978.

Is HHD 180S safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHD 180S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HHD 180S have outstanding finance?

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