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DCA 652S

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,516 mi
Last recorded90,516 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2022
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCA 652S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2022 90,516 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 90,516 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 90,190 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 89,830 miles

Minor brake bind OSR

Pass 21 Oct 2014 89,596 miles

Nearside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 89,424 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 8 Jun 2012 86,989 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 86,989 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 17 May 2011 85,117 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 May 2009 83,535 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 82,899 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 82,898 miles

Offside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 10 May 2007 82,326 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 80,995 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 3 Jun 2005 79,982 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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DCA 652S is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DCA 652S, 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 DCA 652S?

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What year was DCA 652S registered?

DCA 652S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 9 March 1978.

Is DCA 652S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCA 652S shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DCA 652S have outstanding finance?

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