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DDG 385T

1979 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,770 mi
Last recorded21,770 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDG 385T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2018 21,770 miles

rear tyres slightly worn

Pass 11 Mar 2017 17,100 miles

keep check on rear tyre depths

o/s rear h/brake sticking slightly

Pass 14 Mar 2016 12,442 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 9,838 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 7,241 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 3,974 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 755 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 755 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 98,939 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 96,972 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 94,818 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 92,950 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 90,473 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 87,107 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 87,106 miles

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

Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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DDG 385T is a 1979 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 DDG 385T, 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 DDG 385T registered?

DDG 385T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 26 February 1979.

Is DDG 385T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDG 385T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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