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DPJ 840T

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,676 mi
Last recorded22,676 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPJ 840T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 22,676 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 22,584 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 21,446 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 20,795 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 20,795 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DPJ 840T is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 DPJ 840T, 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 DPJ 840T?

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What year was DPJ 840T registered?

DPJ 840T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 18 August 1978.

Is DPJ 840T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPJ 840T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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