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ERC 462T

1979 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,341 mi
Last recorded96,341 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2010
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERC 462T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2010 96,341 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 96,327 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 96,319 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 96,319 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2006 96,234 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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ERC 462T is a 1979 MG B in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ERC 462T, 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 ERC 462T?

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What year was ERC 462T registered?

ERC 462T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 11 June 1979.

Is ERC 462T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERC 462T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ERC 462T have outstanding finance?

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