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ATX 8T

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,656 mi
Last recorded94,656 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATX 8T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 19 May 2025 94,656 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 94,208 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 92,537 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 91,782 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 90,824 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 90,247 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 88,982 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 88,501 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 87,532 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 86,841 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 85,790 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 84,945 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 83,898 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 83,055 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 82,110 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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ATX 8T is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ATX 8T, 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 ATX 8T?

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What year was ATX 8T registered?

ATX 8T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 10 May 1979.

Is ATX 8T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATX 8T shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ATX 8T have outstanding finance?

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