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MJO 783S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

62,465 mi
Last recorded62,465 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJO 783S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 62,465 miles

Leak between engine and gearbox

Leak from diff

Leak from gearbox

Play in diff

Slight play in offside inner rack arm

Fail 19 Jul 2019 62,461 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Leak between engine and gearbox

Leak from diff

Leak from gearbox

Play in diff

Slight play in offside inner rack arm

Pass 3 Jul 2018 62,150 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 61,615 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 61,615 miles

Fuel system component leaking pump (7.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 60,669 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2016 60,669 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 59,687 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 58,517 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 57,722 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 56,775 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 56,201 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 55,279 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 53,519 miles

off side engine mounting spliting

Pass 3 Jul 2008 52,999 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 52,996 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 52,961 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 52,950 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Fail 28 Jun 2006 52,803 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 52,803 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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MJO 783S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 MJO 783S, 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 MJO 783S?

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What year was MJO 783S registered?

MJO 783S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 15 June 1978.

Is MJO 783S safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJO 783S shows 20 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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