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HDU 222V

1979 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,450 mi
Last recorded34,450 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDU 222V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 34,450 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 34,085 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 33,698 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 33,698 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 33,237 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 32,631 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 32,631 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2011 32,552 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 32,336 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 31,872 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 30,987 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 29,806 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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HDU 222V is a 1979 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HDU 222V, 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 HDU 222V?

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What year was HDU 222V registered?

HDU 222V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is HDU 222V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDU 222V shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HDU 222V have outstanding finance?

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