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DIB 5050

1978 MG B

Blue Other 1798cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIB 5050
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,798cc

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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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DIB 5050 is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 DIB 5050, 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 DIB 5050?

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What year was DIB 5050 registered?

DIB 5050 is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is DIB 5050 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIB 5050 shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DIB 5050 have outstanding finance?

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