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CHJ 737T

1979 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

85,984 mi
Last recorded85,984 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHJ 737T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 85,984 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 85,845 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 85,818 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 85,745 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 85,741 miles

Front Position lamp not working nearside and offside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam aim not tested (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam only flash working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam aim not tested (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam only flash working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements inoperative (4.2.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working nearside and offside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety petrol leak at rear pump area. (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

rear fog light, and rear tale tale lights inoperative. 1.4.1980 onwards required.

Fail 4 Oct 2019 85,735 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle offside lower effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel system component leaking dangerous. at union / pipes close to petrol tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 85,635 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 85,590 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 85,580 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2016 85,525 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 85,442 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 85,379 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 85,305 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 85,176 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 35,093 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2011 35,093 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 84,832 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 84,717 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 84,440 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 84,339 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 84,164 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 83,944 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2005 83,944 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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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CHJ 737T is a 1979 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 CHJ 737T, 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 CHJ 737T registered?

CHJ 737T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 2 January 1979.

Is CHJ 737T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHJ 737T shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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