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MGZ 116

1978 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,069 mi
Last recorded1,069 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGZ 116
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2016 1,069 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 948 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 501 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 139 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 99,725 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 99,032 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 97,484 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 95,964 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 95,925 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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MGZ 116 is a 1978 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MGZ 116, 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 MGZ 116?

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What year was MGZ 116 registered?

MGZ 116 is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 14 July 1978.

Is MGZ 116 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGZ 116 shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MGZ 116 have outstanding finance?

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