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5377 NG

1979 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,873 mi
Last recorded68,873 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5377 NG
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2025 68,873 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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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5377 NG is a 1979 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 5377 NG, 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 47 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 5377 NG?

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What year was 5377 NG registered?

5377 NG is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is 5377 NG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5377 NG shows 1 test 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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