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MTA 499P

1976 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,895 mi
Last recorded7,895 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTA 499P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 7,895 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 7,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both seat backs loose but will secure in an upright position

no ignition lights

slight lift in both o/s trunions.

Fail 2 Nov 2012 7,890 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both seat backs loose but will secure in an upright position

slight lift in both o/s trunions.

Pass 15 Aug 2011 7,868 miles

both rear brake pipes are corroded

slight play in both king pins have slight play

Fail 12 Aug 2011 7,865 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

both rear brake pipes are corroded

slight play in both king pins have slight play

Battery insecure

Fail 4 Jun 2008 2,884 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 2,884 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 1,539 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 1,321 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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MTA 499P is a 1976 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 MTA 499P, 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 50 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MTA 499P registered?

MTA 499P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1976.

Is MTA 499P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTA 499P shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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