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EPF 830V

1979 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

90,080 mi
Last recorded90,080 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPF 830V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 90,080 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 90,076 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 90,021 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 89,801 miles

O/S/F chassis leg rusty

both front brake pipes rusty

Pass 23 Sep 2011 89,749 miles

rear fog light not working

Fail 21 Sep 2011 89,749 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a) DANGEROUS

rear fog light not working

Pass 18 Aug 2010 89,592 miles

both front wheel bearings have slight play

both rear suspension dampers are wet

nearside front steering rack gaitor is starting to perish

Pass 2 Jun 2009 89,587 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 89,580 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 May 2008 87,163 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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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EPF 830V is a 1979 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 EPF 830V, 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 EPF 830V?

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What year was EPF 830V registered?

EPF 830V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is EPF 830V safe to buy?

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