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FYD 419T

1979 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,822 mi
Last recorded63,822 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYD 419T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 63,822 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 Feb 2018 63,817 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 63,806 miles

advise corrosion on near side front floor

advise slight binde on rear brakes

advise slight play in both front trunions

Fail 3 Aug 2007 63,793 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 63,793 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 63,755 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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FYD 419T is a 1979 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 FYD 419T, 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 FYD 419T?

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What year was FYD 419T registered?

FYD 419T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 12 January 1979.

Is FYD 419T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYD 419T shows 6 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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