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RHJ 952T

1979 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,516 mi
Last recorded95,516 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1979 MG Mgb50,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHJ 952T
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 95,516 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2026 95,516 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension locking device ineffective nearside and offside drop links (5.3.6 (b))

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension locking device ineffective nearside and offside leaf spring mountings (5.3.6 (b))

Rear Suspension locking device ineffective nearside and offside leaf spring shackles (5.3.6 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour nearside and offside (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Front nearside and offside brake disc rusty

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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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RHJ 952T is a 1979 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RHJ 952T, 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 RHJ 952T?

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What year was RHJ 952T registered?

RHJ 952T is a 1979 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is RHJ 952T safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHJ 952T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RHJ 952T have outstanding finance?

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