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ERC 90T

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

82,204 mi
Last recorded82,204 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERC 90T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 82,204 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 82,191 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 82,179 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 82,123 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 81,878 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 81,803 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

both rear tyres splitting on outer walls

slight oil leak on engine and diff

Pass 29 May 2009 81,777 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 16 Jun 2008 81,649 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

both rear tyes slight cracking on sidewalls

slight rusting on front and rear flexible brake hose ferrules rusty

Pass 16 Jun 2008 81,649 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both rear tyes slight cracking on sidewalls

slight rusting on front and rear flexible brake hose ferrules rusty

Fail 28 May 2008 81,620 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 81,585 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 81,513 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 81,513 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 81,483 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 90T is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 90T, 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 90T?

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What year was ERC 90T registered?

ERC 90T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 16 March 1979.

Is ERC 90T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERC 90T shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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