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HFR 579W

1981 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

91,619 mi
Last recorded91,619 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFR 579W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 91,619 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 90,381 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 90,255 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 88,623 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 88,241 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 87,348 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 87,334 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 85,848 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 83,773 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 83,773 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 80,629 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 78,340 miles

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

centre silencer rattling inside

Pass 7 Mar 2008 73,374 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 70,850 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 70,850 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 68,866 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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HFR 579W is a 1981 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 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 HFR 579W, 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 45 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 HFR 579W?

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What year was HFR 579W registered?

HFR 579W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 6 March 1981.

Is HFR 579W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFR 579W shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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