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AOJ 846T

1979 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,777 mi
Last recorded89,777 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOJ 846T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 89,777 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 27 Jun 2017 89,777 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 89,763 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 89,762 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 89,728 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 89,576 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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AOJ 846T is a 1979 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AOJ 846T, 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 AOJ 846T?

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What year was AOJ 846T registered?

AOJ 846T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is AOJ 846T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOJ 846T shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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