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AHC 166V

1979 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,977 mi
Last recorded94,977 miles
Recorded on6 May 2020
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHC 166V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2020 94,977 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2015 94,920 miles

Nearside Front Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 21 Apr 2015 94,874 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2014 94,672 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

exhaust system corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2013 94,446 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 94,151 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 94,052 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 93,976 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 93,810 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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AHC 166V is a 1979 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 AHC 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

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What year was AHC 166V registered?

AHC 166V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 20 August 1979.

Is AHC 166V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHC 166V shows 9 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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