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ARD 725T

1979 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

70,045 mi
Last recorded70,045 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARD 725T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 70,045 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 70,037 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 70,019 miles

n/s/r mudflap needs attention

Fail 31 Oct 2012 70,005 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

n/s/r mudflap needs attention

Pass 8 Apr 2008 69,536 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 69,513 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 69,231 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 68,707 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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ARD 725T is a 1979 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 ARD 725T, 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 ARD 725T?

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What year was ARD 725T registered?

ARD 725T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 22 May 1979.

Is ARD 725T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARD 725T shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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