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DVG 660G

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

56,029 mi
Last recorded56,029 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVG 660G
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2017 56,029 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 52,719 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 8 Aug 2013 51,400 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 Aug 2013 51,400 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

play in inner rackends

Pass 5 Apr 2012 48,789 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 47,429 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 45,290 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 45,235 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 23 May 2008 43,196 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 39,458 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 39,455 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DVG 660G is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DVG 660G, 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 DVG 660G?

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What year was DVG 660G registered?

DVG 660G is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 22 February 1978.

Is DVG 660G safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVG 660G shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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