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FUE 40T

1979 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,783 mi
Last recorded69,783 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUE 40T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 69,783 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 69,665 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 69,036 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 14 May 2015 67,982 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 67,982 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 66,118 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 64,448 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 63,859 miles

centre exhaust on joint has a slight blow

slight movement in the offside front king pin but not considered excessive

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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FUE 40T is a 1979 MG B in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FUE 40T, 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 FUE 40T?

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What year was FUE 40T registered?

FUE 40T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is FUE 40T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUE 40T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FUE 40T have outstanding finance?

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