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HKE 426V

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,183 mi
Last recorded33,183 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKE 426V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 33,183 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 32,982 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 32,450 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Aug 2015 31,906 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 31,238 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 31,202 miles

n/s door mirror missing

Fail 24 Aug 2013 31,195 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

n/s door mirror missing

Pass 13 Sep 2012 31,176 miles

ALL FOUR TYRES STARTING TO PERISH

Fail 13 Sep 2012 31,168 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 31,138 miles

oil leaks

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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HKE 426V is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HKE 426V, 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 HKE 426V?

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What year was HKE 426V registered?

HKE 426V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is HKE 426V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKE 426V shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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