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JAR 92V

1979 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,605 mi
Last recorded86,605 miles
Recorded on11 May 2015
Typical for 1979 MG Mgb50,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAR 92V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2015 86,605 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 85,888 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 85,881 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Road wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 79,586 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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JAR 92V is a 1979 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 50,857 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JAR 92V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 47 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JAR 92V?

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What year was JAR 92V registered?

JAR 92V is a 1979 MG Mgb, first registered on 28 September 1979.

Is JAR 92V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAR 92V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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