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KGY 544V

1979 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

59,983 mi
Last recorded59,983 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 1979 MG Mgb50,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGY 544V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2020 59,983 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 59,555 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 58,919 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 58,771 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 58,494 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS WORN APPROX 75%

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

Pass 2 Mar 2015 57,562 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 57,320 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 57,051 miles

slight play trunnion - upper frt n/s

Pass 6 Mar 2012 56,331 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 6 Mar 2012 56,331 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 54,626 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 54,336 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 533,354 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 52,893 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 51,455 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 51,062 miles

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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KGY 544V is a 1979 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KGY 544V, 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 KGY 544V?

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What year was KGY 544V registered?

KGY 544V is a 1979 MG Mgb, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is KGY 544V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGY 544V shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KGY 544V have outstanding finance?

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