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DAB 779S

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,612 mi
Last recorded90,612 miles
Recorded on13 May 2011
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAB 779S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2011 90,612 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 89,700 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 88,898 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 88,879 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

oil leak

wiring inside car hanging into o/s footwell

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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DAB 779S is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DAB 779S, 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 DAB 779S?

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What year was DAB 779S registered?

DAB 779S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 5 January 1978.

Is DAB 779S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAB 779S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DAB 779S have outstanding finance?

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