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RBV 565P

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 11800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

77,395 mi
Last recorded77,395 miles
Recorded on14 May 2015
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBV 565P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine11,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2015 77,395 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2014 77,172 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 76,896 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 76,896 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 76,727 miles

front brake discs corroded

Fail 4 Apr 2012 76,727 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2011 76,619 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 76,416 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 76,410 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 76,279 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 76,272 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 76,134 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 75,996 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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RBV 565P is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 11,800cc 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 RBV 565P, 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 RBV 565P?

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What year was RBV 565P registered?

RBV 565P is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is RBV 565P safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBV 565P 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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