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IIG 9850

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

81,802 mi
Last recorded81,802 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIIG 9850
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2021 81,802 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 81,581 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 81,382 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 80,417 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 79,943 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 79,811 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 78,898 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 77,991 miles

Both front bump stop spacers heavily corroded and weakened

Both rear brakes grabbing slightly

Nearside seat belt retracting slow

Offside rear axle sill leaking slightly

Oil leaks present

Rear brake application slightly uneven

Rear cross member and chassis slightly corroded

Rear diff leaking slightly

Slight play in both front king pins

Under side of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 26 Mar 2010 77,192 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 76,818 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 76,330 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 11 Sep 2007 76,330 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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IIG 9850 is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 IIG 9850, 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 IIG 9850 registered?

IIG 9850 is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 13 March 1978.

Is IIG 9850 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IIG 9850 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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