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DLF 616T

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

4,955 mi
Last recorded4,955 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLF 616T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 4,955 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 4,767 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 4,708 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 4,235 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 4,125 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 4,125 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 4,089 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 3,917 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 3,821 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 3,821 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 3,765 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 3,577 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 3,577 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 3,080 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jul 2013 3,080 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 1,130 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 1,130 miles

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

Front lower swivels on both sides have slight play.

Pass 3 Nov 2008 1,129 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 427 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 99,272 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 97,685 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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DLF 616T is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 DLF 616T, 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 DLF 616T?

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What year was DLF 616T registered?

DLF 616T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is DLF 616T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLF 616T shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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