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MHG 645T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,052 mi
Last recorded64,052 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHG 645T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 64,052 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 61,848 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn King pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn King pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2019 61,834 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn front leaf spring bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn front leaf spring bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 61,367 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 60,479 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 59,586 miles

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 59,440 miles

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

slight play offside front tie rod

Pass 11 Jun 2013 59,020 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 58,863 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 58,863 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 May 2011 57,844 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2010 56,504 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 55,485 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 29 May 2008 54,250 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 52,910 miles

N/S front shocker weak

brake survo pipe perrished

front tyres worn on inside

Pass 24 May 2006 51,746 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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MHG 645T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MHG 645T, 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 MHG 645T?

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What year was MHG 645T registered?

MHG 645T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is MHG 645T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHG 645T shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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