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MBV 794T

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,794 mi
Last recorded74,794 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2014
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBV 794T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2014 74,794 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Possible steering rack leak

Rear tyres 3mm

Slight corrosion to nearside inner sill

Slight play in rear UJ

Pass 13 May 2013 74,279 miles

Nearside Jacking Point Corroded

Rear Exhaust Rubber Mounting Weak

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 7 May 2013 74,278 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Jacking Point Corroded

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust Rubber Mounting Weak

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 74,255 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside mid floor weakend by corrosion

Pass 1 Sep 2008 74,207 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 74,206 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 74,177 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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MBV 794T is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 794T, 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 794T?

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What year was MBV 794T registered?

MBV 794T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is MBV 794T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBV 794T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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