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FUM 1T

1979 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,780 mi
Last recorded67,780 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUM 1T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 67,780 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 67,780 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 67,754 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 67,753 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 67,344 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 66,135 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 64,971 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 63,148 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 63,146 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

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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FUM 1T is a 1979 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FUM 1T, 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 FUM 1T?

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What year was FUM 1T registered?

FUM 1T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 8 March 1979.

Is FUM 1T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUM 1T shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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