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BTU 424S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,294 mi
Last recorded75,294 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTU 424S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2025 75,294 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 74,560 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 73,994 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 73,419 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 73,084 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 72,629 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 72,196 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 71,247 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 70,321 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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BTU 424S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BTU 424S, 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 48 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 BTU 424S?

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What year was BTU 424S registered?

BTU 424S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is BTU 424S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTU 424S shows 9 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 BTU 424S have outstanding finance?

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