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MBV 130T

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

81,713 mi
Last recorded81,713 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBV 130T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 81,713 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 81,682 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 81,680 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 79,586 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 79,012 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 79,012 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 78,179 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 78,179 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

clutch slave cylinder leaking slightly

nearside rear brake binding slightly

offside headlamp on min limit

various oil build up from engine / gearbox area

Pass 1 Aug 2007 73,131 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

Fail 1 Aug 2007 73,131 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MBV 130T is a 1978 MG B in White 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 MBV 130T, 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 MBV 130T?

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What year was MBV 130T registered?

MBV 130T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 7 September 1978.

Is MBV 130T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBV 130T 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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