MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,588 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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under veicle covered in underseal
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
under veicle covered in underseal
Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
offside front brake sticking slightly
offside front tyre heavily perished
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
n/s centre flooer small hole
o/s/f floor has small hole and is corroded
o/s/r spring hanger in poor condition
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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COV 288V 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 62.5%.
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 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 COV 288V, 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 COV 288V?
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What year was COV 288V registered?
COV 288V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 20 September 1979.
Is COV 288V safe to buy?
The MOT history for COV 288V shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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