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BVA 476V

1979 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,795 mi
Last recorded10,795 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2012
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVA 476V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2012 10,795 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jul 2012 10,795 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 10,700 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 10,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 10,259 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 9,970 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 9,816 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 9,126 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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BVA 476V is a 1979 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 BVA 476V, 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 BVA 476V?

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What year was BVA 476V registered?

BVA 476V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 12 December 1979.

Is BVA 476V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVA 476V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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