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DEH 954T

1979 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

20,655 mi
Last recorded20,655 miles
Recorded on27 May 2015
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEH 954T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2015 20,655 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

drivers door corroded along bottom

n/s/f and o/s/f innersills/floor corroded (non prescribed area)

passenger door corroded along bottom

Pass 26 Jun 2013 19,754 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

handbrake lever close to the end of its reserve travel

slight corrosion along n/s and o/s doors

Fail 22 Jun 2013 19,753 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

handbrake lever close to the end of its reserve travel

slight corrosion along n/s and o/s doors

Pass 8 Jun 2012 19,241 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s door corroded (along bottom)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 18,219 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 18,218 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 17,996 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 17,996 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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DEH 954T is a 1979 MG B in Green 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 DEH 954T, 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 DEH 954T?

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What year was DEH 954T registered?

DEH 954T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 3 January 1979.

Is DEH 954T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEH 954T 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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