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CAK 787T

1979 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

90,465 mi
Last recorded90,465 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAK 787T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Feb 2026 90,465 miles

Offside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill lip (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired castle panel/floor to sill area marked with yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired front spring mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2006 88,631 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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CAK 787T is a 1979 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 CAK 787T, 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 CAK 787T?

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What year was CAK 787T registered?

CAK 787T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is CAK 787T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAK 787T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAK 787T have outstanding finance?

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