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MGB 348V

1979 MG Mgb

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,115 mi
Last recorded66,115 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2021
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

RegistrationMGB 348V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2021 66,115 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 62,058 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 60,202 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 57,514 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 54,084 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 50,260 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 May 2014 46,569 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 43,238 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 41,113 miles

Fog light not working

Pass 28 May 2011 35,999 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 33,176 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 28,718 miles

slight play in o/s steering rack arm.

Pass 25 Feb 2008 24,312 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 19,308 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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MGB 348V is a 1979 MG Mgb in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MGB 348V, 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 MGB 348V?

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What year was MGB 348V registered?

MGB 348V is a 1979 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is MGB 348V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGB 348V shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MGB 348V have outstanding finance?

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