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NSL 79P

1976 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

41,263 mi
Last recorded41,263 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2012
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSL 79P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2012 41,263 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 41,246 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fail 9 Jul 2012 41,236 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 38,549 miles

Oil leak

front brake discs corroded

wiper switch somtime faulty wont go off

Fail 11 Jun 2010 38,549 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Oil leak

front brake discs corroded

wiper switch somtime faulty wont go off

Pass 16 May 2009 31,212 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 23,378 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 18,938 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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NSL 79P is a 1976 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 NSL 79P, 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

How do I check the history of NSL 79P?

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What year was NSL 79P registered?

NSL 79P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is NSL 79P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSL 79P shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NSL 79P have outstanding finance?

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