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DEF 871T

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

28,874 mi
Last recorded28,874 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEF 871T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 28,874 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 28,836 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s sill panel starting to rust

Pass 7 Sep 2016 25,444 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 25,095 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 24,362 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 23,507 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 22,889 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 22,548 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 21,482 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 19,726 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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DEF 871T is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DEF 871T, 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 DEF 871T?

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What year was DEF 871T registered?

DEF 871T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 3 August 1978.

Is DEF 871T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEF 871T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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