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DSF 725S

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,877 mi
Last recorded1,877 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSF 725S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 1,877 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 19,068 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play and offside (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 May 2013 18,893 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 18,887 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 18,721 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 17,536 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 17,524 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 May 2009 17,019 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 17,007 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 16,834 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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DSF 725S is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 DSF 725S, 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 DSF 725S?

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What year was DSF 725S registered?

DSF 725S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 6 April 1978.

Is DSF 725S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSF 725S shows 10 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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