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HCP 983S

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

52,587 mi
Last recorded52,587 miles
Recorded on17 May 2021
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCP 983S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2021 52,587 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test accessory fixed to centre screen which would result in MOT FAILURE. (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside low brake performance from o/s park brake.

Oil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel tank dented.

Fail 17 May 2021 52,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test accessory fixed to centre screen which would result in MOT FAILURE. (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside low brake performance from o/s park brake.

Oil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel tank dented.

Pass 14 Apr 2020 52,030 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2020 52,030 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 51,734 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 51,332 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 51,121 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 50,575 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 50,014 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 49,702 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 40,926 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 48,412 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Mar 2011 47,784 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 47,340 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2009 47,124 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 47,115 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 46,702 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 46,061 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Apr 2006 45,103 miles

exhaust baffles loose

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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HCP 983S is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 HCP 983S, 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

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What year was HCP 983S registered?

HCP 983S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 12 May 1978.

Is HCP 983S safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCP 983S shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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