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PTU 460V

1979 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

1,071 mi
Last recorded1,071 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTU 460V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 1,071 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trunion pin has slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

hazard lights fitted,but dont work with single operation of switch, not a test requirment due to age of vehicle

Fail 28 Jan 2026 1,049 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trunion has excessive lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Fuel system component leaking tap/pipe from sender unit in tank above rear axle (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported brake pipe to flexible hose joint (1.1.11 (d) (i))

hazard warning lamps not working

Pass 26 Feb 2013 98,368 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 98,341 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 97,863 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 97,863 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 97,449 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2010 97,442 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 97,308 miles

Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

n/s/f king pin has slight play

Pass 19 Jun 2008 97,082 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 96,286 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 95,406 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 95,400 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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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PTU 460V is a 1979 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PTU 460V, 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 PTU 460V registered?

PTU 460V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is PTU 460V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTU 460V shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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