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FPF 715V

1979 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

70,038 mi
Last recorded70,038 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPF 715V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 70,038 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 69,598 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 69,434 miles

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

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

all tyres old and atarting to perish (rec scrap after 6 yrs)

corrosion setting into rear wheel arches

corrosion setting into sills

Pass 2 Aug 2013 69,315 miles

n/s & o/s rear sills/inner arch,s corroded

sump corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2012 69,101 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 68,993 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 68,922 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 68,616 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 68,616 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 68,139 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 68,030 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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FPF 715V is a 1979 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 FPF 715V, 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 FPF 715V?

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What year was FPF 715V registered?

FPF 715V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1979.

Is FPF 715V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPF 715V shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FPF 715V have outstanding finance?

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