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FJN 636T

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

52,209 mi
Last recorded52,209 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJN 636T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 52,209 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 50,980 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 50,161 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 48,849 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 46,836 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 45,117 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 43,315 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 40,698 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 39,853 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 39,819 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 39,739 miles

nearside washer poor

Fail 13 Jun 2008 39,793 miles

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

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

nearside washer poor

Pass 12 Jun 2007 39,769 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 39,769 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 39,728 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 39,728 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

CLUTCH PEDAL RETURN SPRING BROKEN †

CORROSION FORMING ON OS REAR STEEL BRAKE PIPE

REAR BRAKES 40% UNBALANCED

REAR ROAD SPRINGS VERY RUSTY & DRY

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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FJN 636T is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FJN 636T, 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 FJN 636T?

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What year was FJN 636T registered?

FJN 636T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 24 May 1979.

Is FJN 636T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJN 636T shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJN 636T have outstanding finance?

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