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DHA 415T

1979 MG B

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,295 mi
Last recorded85,295 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHA 415T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 85,295 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 85,247 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 85,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 84,872 miles

slight leak at o/s/rear hub

Pass 29 Apr 2013 84,706 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 83,660 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 82,846 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 81,149 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 81,148 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 80,581 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 79,250 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 79,243 miles

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

Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)

adv some play in steering uj joint adv o/s/r hub axel has oil leaking

Pass 28 Oct 2005 2,769 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2005 2,768 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

water pump leaking

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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DHA 415T is a 1979 MG B in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DHA 415T, 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 DHA 415T?

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What year was DHA 415T registered?

DHA 415T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 4 January 1979.

Is DHA 415T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHA 415T shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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