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MG MGB

Red · Petrol · 1963 · 1,400 cc

495 HWCMOT history

495 HWC is a red petrol MG MGB first used on 1 Aug 1963. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 32,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2023
Mileage
32,223 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2022
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
685 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
495 HWC
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Model
MGB
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1963
First used
1 Aug 1963
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

495 HWC was last recorded at 32,223 miles on 13 Jul 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
32,218 miles · 5 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
685 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 32,223 miles
  • 2021 – 32,152 miles
  • 2020 – 31,318 miles
  • 2019 – 30,506 miles
  • 2018 – 29,396 miles
  • 2017 – 28,823 miles
  • 2016 – 28,238 miles
  • 2015 – 27,338 miles
  • 2014 – 26,397 miles
  • 2013 – 25,898 miles
  • 2012 – 25,203 miles
  • 2011 – 24,533 miles
  • 2010 – 24,020 miles
  • 2009 – 23,013 miles
  • 2008 – 22,395 miles
  • 2007 – 21,868 miles
  • 2006 – 21,083 miles
  • 2005 – 20,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass32,223 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass32,223 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    32,223 miles
    Test number
    927452897885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail32,218 miles (+66)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,218 miles
    Test number
    399450190118
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass32,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    32,152 miles
    Test number
    794963609669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail32,152 miles (+834)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,152 miles
    Test number
    624372457026
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass31,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    31,318 miles
    Test number
    759979945437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail31,318 miles (+812)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,318 miles
    Test number
    349833201119
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass30,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    30,506 miles
    Test number
    248027549764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail30,505 miles (+1,109)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,505 miles
    Test number
    902271739646
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass29,396 miles (+573)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    29,396 miles
    Test number
    912425233382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass28,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    28,823 miles
    Test number
    504283739739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail28,821 miles (+583)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,821 miles
    Test number
    192448208576
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  12. Pass28,238 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    28,238 miles
    Test number
    774254148325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,338 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    27,338 miles
    Test number
    337348695154
    • DangerousOil leak around passenger rear hub

  14. Fail27,337 miles (+940)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,337 miles
    Test number
    959208595190
    • DangerousOil leak around passenger rear hub
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass26,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    26,397 miles
    Test number
    348343484168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail26,397 miles (+499)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,397 miles
    Test number
    556742984136
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  17. Pass25,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    25,898 miles
    Test number
    308573713278
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail25,898 miles (+695)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,898 miles
    Test number
    825953713236
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass25,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    25,203 miles
    Test number
    898533312282
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Fail25,203 miles (+670)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,203 miles
    Test number
    388333712453
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass24,533 miles (+513)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    24,533 miles
    Test number
    966707101218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    24,020 miles
    Test number
    991257390199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail24,020 miles (+1,007)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,020 miles
    Test number
    471947390194
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  24. Pass23,013 miles (+618)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    23,013 miles
    Test number
    814924409265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass22,395 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    22,395 miles
    Test number
    843340018267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail22,394 miles (+526)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,394 miles
    Test number
    634796398139
    • FailureFront Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass21,868 miles (+785)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,868 miles
    Test number
    150292417249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,083 miles (+486)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,083 miles
    Test number
    712531996157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass20,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    20,597 miles
    Test number
    804601205293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 495 HWC

What vehicle is registration 495 HWC currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 495 HWC on a red petrol MG MGB first used on 1 Aug 1963. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 495 HWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 495 HWC expired on 31 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 495 HWC?
The MOT on 495 HWC expired on 31 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 495 HWC done?
495 HWC was recorded at 32,223 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2022, an average of 685 miles a year.
Has 495 HWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 495 HWC has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on 495 HWC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 495 HWC find?
495 HWC passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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