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HVL 488

1984 MG Magnette

Maroon Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

497 mi
Last recorded497 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVL 488
MakeMG
ModelMagnette
Year1984
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2018 497 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 99,125 miles

Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 92,650 miles

How Reliable is the MG Magnette?

Based on 4,082 MOT tests across 613 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
415
Miles/Year
92
Year Lifespan
613
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 151
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 118
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
brake binding 82
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 76
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HVL 488 is a 1984 MG Magnette in Maroon with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a MG Magnette fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HVL 488, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Magnette typically stays on UK roads for around 92 years. At 42 years old, this MG Magnette is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HVL 488 registered?

HVL 488 is a 1984 MG Magnette, first registered on 1 February 1984.

Is HVL 488 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVL 488 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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