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ACF 556T

1979 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

83,945 mi
Last recorded83,945 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACF 556T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 83,945 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 83,930 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2017 83,678 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 83,016 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 82,895 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 82,780 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 82,757 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 82,591 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 82,561 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 82,115 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 81,620 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 81,030 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 80,528 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 78,906 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

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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ACF 556T is a 1979 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 ACF 556T, 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 ACF 556T?

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What year was ACF 556T registered?

ACF 556T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 5 April 1979.

Is ACF 556T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACF 556T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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