MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,587 miBelow or average mileage for this year
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
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.
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.
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Oil leak
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)
Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Oil leak
exhaust baffles loose
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
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
How do I check the history of HCP 983S?
You can check the full history of HCP 983S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
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.
Does HCP 983S have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HCP 983S. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.