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SBW 847T

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,493 mi
Last recorded57,493 miles
Recorded on24 May 2011
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBW 847T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2011 57,493 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 57,491 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 May 2010 32,885 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front seat belts slight fluffing on webbing

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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SBW 847T is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SBW 847T, 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 SBW 847T?

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What year was SBW 847T registered?

SBW 847T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is SBW 847T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBW 847T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SBW 847T have outstanding finance?

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