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BOM 657V

1979 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,158 mi
Last recorded17,158 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOM 657V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2020 17,158 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 17,157 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 17,111 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 17,073 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 17,007 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 16,937 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 16,936 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 16,868 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 16,806 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 16,769 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2012 16,707 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 16,608 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 16,516 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 16,491 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 16,436 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 16,262 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 16,262 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 16,154 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 16,154 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 15,992 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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BOM 657V is a 1979 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BOM 657V, 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 BOM 657V?

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What year was BOM 657V registered?

BOM 657V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is BOM 657V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOM 657V shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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