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HHP 298L

1973 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,055 mi
Last recorded2,055 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHP 298L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 2,055 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 1,885 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 1,882 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 1,792 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 1,500 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 1,492 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 1,219 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 876 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 4 miles
Fail 21 May 2009

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 May 2006 50,041 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 50,041 miles

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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HHP 298L is a 1973 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 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 HHP 298L, 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 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HHP 298L registered?

HHP 298L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 May 1973.

Is HHP 298L safe to buy?

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