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HVX 795T

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,092 mi
Last recorded90,092 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVX 795T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 90,092 miles

binding osf wheel

Pass 28 Jul 2016 89,593 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 89,502 miles

slight play o/s/f wheel brg

slight play steering rack

Pass 15 Sep 2011 89,399 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

outer sill covers fitted .full inspection on sills incomlete

Fail 12 Sep 2011 89,399 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

outer sill covers fitted .full inspection on sills incomlete

Pass 12 Oct 2009 88,256 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

cover sills fitted

Fail 17 Feb 2006 88,246 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

cover sill fitted to n/s outter sill

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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HVX 795T is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HVX 795T, 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 HVX 795T registered?

HVX 795T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is HVX 795T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVX 795T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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