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AJF 728T

1979 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

75,764 mi
Last recorded75,764 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJF 728T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 75,764 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 75,426 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 74,635 miles

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Sep 2023 74,635 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn play between cap and housing (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Sep 2022 74,252 miles

parking brake has little reserve travel

Fail 27 Sep 2022 74,252 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

parking brake has little reserve travel

Pass 23 Sep 2021 73,841 miles

slight play insteering rack detected at wheels

Fail 16 Sep 2021 73,841 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

slight play insteering rack detected at wheels

Pass 25 Sep 2020 73,492 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 73,012 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 72,795 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 72,789 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 72,619 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 72,549 miles

Front slight play in both wheel bearings

Pass 5 May 2015 72,026 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 72,026 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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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AJF 728T is a 1979 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AJF 728T, 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 AJF 728T?

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What year was AJF 728T registered?

AJF 728T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1979.

Is AJF 728T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJF 728T shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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