MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,252 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded by chassis (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill to floor (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded by chassis (3.6.B.2c)
most suspension and steering components suffering surface rust
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box (7.1.2)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced possible earth problem (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded by chassis (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill to floor (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded by chassis (3.6.B.2c)
most suspension and steering components suffering surface rust
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
unable to check metal brake pipes due to being covered in grease.
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
nearside rear tyre underinflated,perished and cracked
rear number plate starting to deteriorate
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
brake servo hose deteriorated
slight play in o/s lower kingpin bush
Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Brake servo hose deteriorated.
Emissions HC too high at idle.
Handbrake cable to axle retainer broken.
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
O/S wiper arm tension weak
Parking brake travel long.
Rear brake balance out more than usual.
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
slight play in o/s lower kingpin bush.
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DNO 396T is a 1979 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
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 DNO 396T, 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.
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DNO 396T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 9 January 1979.
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