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FMJ 484T

1979 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

25,682 mi
Last recorded25,682 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMJ 484T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 3 May 2017 25,682 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 6.5% (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not hitting screen (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not hitting screen (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner wheel arch (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor and inner arch (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front tyre cracking

Rear tyres cracking x2

Pass 23 May 2016 25,367 miles

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded but not a prescribed area

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 May 2016 25,351 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded but not a prescribed area

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 May 2015 25,034 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 24,392 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 24,392 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 May 2013 22,192 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres cracking 165/14 t

Fail 20 May 2013 22,184 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

nearside and offside rear tyres cracking 165/14 t

Pass 1 May 2012 21,295 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 19,947 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 19,823 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 19,823 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 19,109 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 1,851 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 17,686 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 17,005 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 16,513 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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FMJ 484T is a 1979 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 FMJ 484T, 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.

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What year was FMJ 484T registered?

FMJ 484T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 17 May 1979.

Is FMJ 484T safe to buy?

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