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DRO 69T

1979 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,893 mi
Last recorded92,893 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRO 69T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 92,893 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 89,187 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 87,121 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 85,263 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 85,263 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect led bulbs causing poor pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Front led headlamp bulbs fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2022 83,804 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 82,356 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 82,046 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 82,046 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 78,686 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 74,819 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 71,851 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 27 Apr 2017 71,851 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 May 2016 70,255 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 66,326 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 63,902 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 61,469 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2013 61,469 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

Fail 11 May 2012 60,423 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2012 60,423 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 56,681 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 May 2010 54,263 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 51,174 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 49,456 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 45,744 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 45,744 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 45,332 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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DRO 69T is a 1979 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DRO 69T, 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 DRO 69T?

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What year was DRO 69T registered?

DRO 69T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 20 February 1979.

Is DRO 69T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRO 69T shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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