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FWT 965T

1979 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

51,756 mi
Last recorded51,756 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWT 965T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 51,756 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 51,656 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 51,670 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 51,544 miles

Front RACK PINION WET

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES ALL AS MARKED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front KINGPIN PLAY

OIL LEAKS FRONT AND REAR

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated TRAVEL (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 51,409 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 51,330 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 51,108 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 50,714 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 50,003 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 48,904 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 48,904 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 47,269 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 46,880 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 45,810 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 45,153 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 44,303 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 43,850 miles

rear brakes binding

rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 26 Mar 2007 41,962 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 40,139 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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FWT 965T is a 1979 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 FWT 965T, 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 FWT 965T?

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What year was FWT 965T registered?

FWT 965T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 2 May 1979.

Is FWT 965T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWT 965T shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FWT 965T have outstanding finance?

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