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DWB 755V

1979 MG B Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,742 mi
Last recorded66,742 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2014
Typical for 1979 MG B Roadster29,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWB 755V
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2014 66,742 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 66,742 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 15 Aug 2012 66,738 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 66,738 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 66,707 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 66,511 miles

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

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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DWB 755V is a 1979 MG B Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 29,546 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DWB 755V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 47 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DWB 755V?

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What year was DWB 755V registered?

DWB 755V is a 1979 MG B Roadster, first registered on 14 August 1979.

Is DWB 755V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWB 755V shows 6 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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