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BHL 431T

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,100 mi
Last recorded16,100 miles
Recorded on1 May 2008
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHL 431T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 1 May 2008 16,100 miles

under body under sealed

Pass 13 Jun 2007 16,082 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

underside has had lots of welding plats and been covered

Pass 7 Jun 2006 15,773 miles

EXCESSIVE CORROSION O/S FRONT FOOTWELL(NOT STRUCTURAL OR WITHIN ANY PRESRIBED AREA).FUEL PUMP AND TERMINALS CORRODED. †O/S REAR INNER HUB DAMP. †BATTERY TRAY CORRODED.

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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BHL 431T is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 BHL 431T, 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 BHL 431T?

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What year was BHL 431T registered?

BHL 431T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 23 May 1979.

Is BHL 431T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHL 431T shows 3 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 BHL 431T have outstanding finance?

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