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OTU 949V

1979 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

41,281 mi
Last recorded41,281 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTU 949V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 41,281 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 40,115 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2023 40,115 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 40,111 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 40,111 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 39,393 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 38,595 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 38,296 miles

All 4 tyres cracking slightly between the tread

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

Pass 17 May 2018 38,286 miles

Slight play in rear prop shaft UJ

Pass 4 May 2017 37,679 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 37,137 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 37,025 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 36,010 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 33,815 miles

Rear propshaft coupling worn

Pass 30 Jun 2011 33,065 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 33,050 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 32,978 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 32,826 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 32,434 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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OTU 949V is a 1979 MG B in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 OTU 949V, 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 OTU 949V?

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What year was OTU 949V registered?

OTU 949V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 31 October 1979.

Is OTU 949V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTU 949V shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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