MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
7,895 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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.
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.
both rear brake pipes are corroded
slight play in both king pins have slight play
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
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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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