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FGX 220V

1979 MG B Roadster

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2024
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

33,928 mi
Last recorded33,928 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 1979 MG B Roadster29,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGX 220V
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2023 33,928 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 33,920 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working too slow (3.4 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 30,149 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 28,942 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 28,940 miles

Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Coolant leak

Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both offside/nearside front brake discs worn corroded

clutch presure loosing hydraulics

water boiling overheating

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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FGX 220V is a 1979 MG B Roadster in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FGX 220V, 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

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What year was FGX 220V registered?

FGX 220V is a 1979 MG B Roadster, first registered on 8 September 1979.

Is FGX 220V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGX 220V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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