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DPV 606T

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

1,966 mi
Last recorded1,966 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPV 606T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 1,966 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 99,966 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 99,702 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 99,358 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 99,087 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 98,813 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 98,551 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 98,340 miles

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

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)

vehicle presented with lowered suspension with little movement

Pass 10 Aug 2010 96,655 miles

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

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Rear exaust mounting cracktng.

Fail 2 Aug 2010 96,634 miles

Centre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Rear exaust mounting cracktng.

Fail 21 Jul 2009 94,251 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 94,251 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2008 92,686 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 92,683 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 91,302 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 91,302 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Apr 2006 86,731 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 86,731 miles

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

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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DPV 606T is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DPV 606T, 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 DPV 606T?

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What year was DPV 606T registered?

DPV 606T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is DPV 606T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPV 606T shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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