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CHN 222T

1979 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

60,434 mi
Last recorded60,434 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHN 222T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 60,434 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2023 60,434 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 60,054 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 59,629 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 59,393 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 59,022 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 58,646 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 58,321 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 57,943 miles

Battery insecure

o\s\n\s reflectors rusty

Pass 8 Mar 2010 57,573 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 57,216 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 56,949 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 56,265 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2006 55,509 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

emissions on limit.

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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CHN 222T is a 1979 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 CHN 222T, 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 CHN 222T?

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What year was CHN 222T registered?

CHN 222T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is CHN 222T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHN 222T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CHN 222T have outstanding finance?

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