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8940 MG

1979 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

2,835 mi
Last recorded2,835 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8940 MG
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 2,835 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 2,801 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 2,614 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 2,375 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 2,194 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 1,998 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 1,767 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 1,493 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 1,334 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 54 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 55,773 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2011 55,773 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 55,012 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 53,635 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

O/S/F Suspension High Low.

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2009 53,635 miles

O/S/F Suspension High Low.

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2008 53,090 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 52,029 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 51,062 miles

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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8940 MG is a 1979 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 8940 MG, 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 8940 MG?

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What year was 8940 MG registered?

8940 MG is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 11 May 1979.

Is 8940 MG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8940 MG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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