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FGH 284T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

57,578 mi
Last recorded57,578 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2014
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGH 284T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2014 57,578 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 57,578 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 57,515 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 57,428 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 57,428 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 56,952 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 56,174 miles

Oil leak

emissions fluctuating

nearside and offside front lower suspension arm bushes collapsing

Pass 16 Mar 2007 55,687 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 55,687 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 55,250 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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FGH 284T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FGH 284T, 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 FGH 284T?

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What year was FGH 284T registered?

FGH 284T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 16 October 1978.

Is FGH 284T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGH 284T shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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