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CYE 989V

1979 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,128 mi
Last recorded90,128 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYE 989V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 90,128 miles

Offside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Rear Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Pass 10 May 2016 89,446 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 89,446 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 89,440 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 89,021 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 89,021 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 10 May 2008 88,873 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 88,873 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

water leak

Pass 5 Jul 2006 86,563 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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CYE 989V is a 1979 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 CYE 989V, 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 CYE 989V?

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What year was CYE 989V registered?

CYE 989V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 6 August 1979.

Is CYE 989V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYE 989V shows 9 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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