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DPL 513V

1979 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

88,903 mi
Last recorded88,903 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPL 513V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 88,903 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2022 88,903 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 28 May 2020 88,898 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 88,893 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 88,886 miles

all brake hoses covered in unerseal at time of test

all brake pipes covered in underseal at time of test

fuel lines covered in unerseal at time of test

Fail 6 Sep 2017 88,882 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high emiinisons recheck req (7.3.A.2a)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

all brake hoses covered in unerseal at time of test

all brake pipes covered in underseal at time of test

fuel lines covered in unerseal at time of test

Pass 7 Sep 2016 88,875 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 88,681 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 88,681 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 88,672 miles

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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DPL 513V is a 1979 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DPL 513V, 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 DPL 513V registered?

DPL 513V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is DPL 513V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPL 513V shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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