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BWG 644T

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,911 mi
Last recorded75,911 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWG 644T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 75,911 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

main beam tell tale lamp not working

Fail 10 Oct 2019 75,909 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

hazard lamps working not very bright

main beam tell tale lamp not working

Pass 12 May 2016 75,764 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 75,753 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2015 75,583 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 75,111 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 74,388 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 73,900 miles

Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Apr 2012 73,900 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 73,874 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 73,874 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 73,825 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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BWG 644T is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BWG 644T, 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

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What year was BWG 644T registered?

BWG 644T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 28 June 1979.

Is BWG 644T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWG 644T shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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