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PDN 380T

1979 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,561 mi
Last recorded18,561 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDN 380T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 18,561 miles

Central Rear prop uj very slight play

Offside Front king pin slight play

Fail 29 May 2018 18,561 miles

All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure seat bolts loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Rear prop uj very slight play

Offside Front king pin slight play

Pass 28 Apr 2017 18,533 miles

near side and off side top trunnion bushes wearing

Fail 6 Apr 2017 18,527 miles

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

nearside and off side top trunnion bushes wearing

Pass 28 Apr 2008 18,500 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 18,388 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 18,180 miles

slight binding nearside front brake.

Pass 25 Apr 2005 17,797 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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PDN 380T is a 1979 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PDN 380T, 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 PDN 380T?

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What year was PDN 380T registered?

PDN 380T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 22 February 1979.

Is PDN 380T safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDN 380T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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