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HDF 497V

1979 MG B

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

46,877 mi
Last recorded46,877 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDF 497V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 46,877 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 46,482 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 45,648 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 45,187 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 45,184 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2022 44,845 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 44,845 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 44,398 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 44,398 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 44,396 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front spring hangar (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 44,010 miles

Offside Front inner sill corroded, holed, and partially repaired with an unacceptable method (fiberglass matt) but outwith all prescribed areas

fuel cap seal deteriorated

tailgate wont latch securely closed

Fail 28 Feb 2020 44,010 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front inner sill corroded, holed, and partially repaired with an unacceptable method (fiberglass matt) but outwith all prescribed areas

fuel cap seal deteriorated

tailgate wont latch securely closed

Fail 13 Sep 2019 44,004 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Hazard warning lamps disconnected.

Nearside Front Slight lift in kingpin.

Nearside Wiper scratches windscreen.

Offside Hole in floor strengthening member outwith prescribed areas.

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring anchor bracket. (sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 43,537 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Covers preventing inspection of sills.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trunnion. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Slight lift in king pin.

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Inner Sill channel corroded.

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2018 43,536 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Covers preventing inspection of sills.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trunnion. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Slight lift in king pin.

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Inner Sill channel corroded.

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 42,927 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre side wall cracking and 3mm tread left.

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

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 17 Oct 2016 42,184 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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HDF 497V is a 1979 MG B in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 HDF 497V, 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

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What year was HDF 497V registered?

HDF 497V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is HDF 497V safe to buy?

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