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HVG 979L

1980 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,053 mi
Last recorded9,053 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVG 979L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 9,053 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 6,896 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 6,757 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 6,700 miles

General heavey surface rust on body & underside

Long handbrake travel

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Tape over holes on wings & lower door

Pass 30 Jul 2009 6,384 miles

REAR AXEL REAR COVER RUSTED BADLEY + LEAKING

Pass 15 Aug 2008 5,211 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 3,664 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 3,664 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 3,373 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nail in o/s/r tyre

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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HVG 979L is a 1980 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 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 HVG 979L, 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 46 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 HVG 979L?

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What year was HVG 979L registered?

HVG 979L is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is HVG 979L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVG 979L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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