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FHA 282T

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

21,485 mi
Last recorded21,485 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHA 282T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 21,485 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 21,466 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 24 Apr 2025 21,443 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 May 2019 20,567 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 19,896 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 19,726 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 19,726 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 18,950 miles

all under vechicle corroded/covered by substance unable to check properly

rack play-rear service and parking brake passed on limit

x2 inner and outer sills corroded-leaf springs corroded

Fail 13 Oct 2015 18,934 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s/f floor area holed (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/f floor area holed (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/r floor area holed (2.4.A.3)

rack play-rear service and parking brake passed on limit

x2 inner and outer sills corroded-leaf springs corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2014 17,147 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 16,449 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

oil leak o/s rear hub

Fail 3 Jun 2013 16,449 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

oil leak o/s rear hub

Pass 1 May 2012 15,805 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 15,805 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 15,320 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 15,320 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 15,030 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 15,030 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 14,090 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 14,050 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 13,876 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 13,693 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

indication of fuel leak at tank but no leak at time of test

Fail 10 Jun 2006 13,685 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

indication of possible leak at tank but no leak at time of test

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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FHA 282T is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FHA 282T, 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

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What year was FHA 282T registered?

FHA 282T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 18 April 1979.

Is FHA 282T safe to buy?

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