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PCG 50T

1979 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

83,615 mi
Last recorded83,615 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCG 50T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 83,615 miles

Lower Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel on steering rack shaft (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 83,612 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted rubbing on wheel on full lock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Lower Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel on steering rack shaft (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 83,449 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

o/s front lower wing insecure

Pass 30 Aug 2016 83,036 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 82,264 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 82,264 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

near side head lamp reflector staring to fade

Pass 11 Apr 2014 80,655 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 10 Apr 2014 80,655 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 79,807 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 79,807 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 79,796 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 79,796 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 26 Jul 2005 79,402 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2005 79,402 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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PCG 50T is a 1979 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 PCG 50T, 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 PCG 50T registered?

PCG 50T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 7 February 1979.

Is PCG 50T safe to buy?

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