CarVerify

Free Car Check

BTW 129T

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

78,724 mi
Last recorded78,724 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTW 129T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 78,724 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 78,688 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 77,600 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 76,705 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Apr 2016 76,699 miles

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

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 75,596 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 75,595 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 74,914 miles

centre exhaust mount deteriated

Fail 17 Apr 2014 74,909 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

centre exhaust mount deteriated

Pass 15 Apr 2013 73,775 miles

rear silencer rubber mounts spit but still held in bracket

Pass 23 Apr 2012 72,263 miles

near side head lamp on lower setting

Fail 20 Apr 2012 72,254 miles

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

near side head lamp on lower setting

Pass 6 Apr 2011 70,403 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 70,391 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 69,485 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 68,702 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 68,010 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 66,740 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 66,717 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 65,718 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 65,701 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2006 65,682 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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
Full MG B reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BTW 129T is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 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 BTW 129T, 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 BTW 129T?

You can check the full history of BTW 129T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BTW 129T registered?

BTW 129T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 2 August 1978.

Is BTW 129T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTW 129T shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BTW 129T have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BTW 129T. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.