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ADY 166V

1979 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

894 mi
Last recorded894 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2007
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADY 166V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2007 894 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 894 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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ADY 166V is a 1979 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ADY 166V, 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 ADY 166V?

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What year was ADY 166V registered?

ADY 166V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is ADY 166V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADY 166V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ADY 166V have outstanding finance?

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