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EPV 797T

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

55,836 mi
Last recorded55,836 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPV 797T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 55,836 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 55,836 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 55,811 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 55,699 miles

Offside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 55,561 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 55,526 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 55,409 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 55,399 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 55,306 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 55,236 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 2 Jun 2006 55,236 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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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EPV 797T is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EPV 797T, 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 EPV 797T?

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What year was EPV 797T registered?

EPV 797T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 22 March 1979.

Is EPV 797T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPV 797T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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