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DLG 813S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

27,421 mi
Last recorded27,421 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLG 813S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 27,421 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 27,362 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 27,362 miles

Offside Position lamp not working All (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Hazard lamps inoperative

Pass 1 Oct 2019 27,348 miles

Hand brake lever is high

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2019 27,348 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute Not flashing (4.4.4 (a))

Hand brake lever is high

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 27,225 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 27,225 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2018 27,159 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

nearside and offside front shocker units not working at intended

offside front wheel bearing possibly starting to get worn, slight noise heard when rotated

slight play detected at steering wheel

Pass 4 May 2017 24,480 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight play in nearside and offside front upper and lower suspension components.

Fail 25 Apr 2017 24,480 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight play in nearside and offside front upper and lower suspension components.

Pass 31 May 2016 24,040 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 23,292 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 22,164 miles

all tyres cracking on side walls

Fail 10 Apr 2014 22,164 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

all tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 17 Apr 2013 21,536 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 21,242 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

n/s/f tyre side wall cracking inside

Fail 13 Apr 2012 21,238 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

n/s/f tyre side wall cracking inside

Pass 30 Sep 2010 20,722 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Fail 1 Jun 2009 19,805 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all tyre walls cracking

Pass 1 Jun 2009 19,805 miles

all tyre walls cracking

Pass 22 Apr 2008 18,424 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 16,987 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 16,566 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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DLG 813S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 DLG 813S, 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 DLG 813S?

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What year was DLG 813S registered?

DLG 813S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 12 April 1978.

Is DLG 813S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLG 813S shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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