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MVY 112T

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

9,798 mi
Last recorded9,798 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVY 112T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 9,798 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 9,606 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 9,403 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 9,399 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 9,382 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 9,381 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2018 9,357 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 9,357 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 10 May 2017 9,267 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 9,232 miles

some corrosion on fuel tank slight oil leak from diff area

Pass 18 Nov 2014 9,119 miles

Fuel tank has corrosion

Slight leak from steering rack

Slight oil leak from diff

Pass 4 Jul 2012 8,884 miles

Rear brake pipes have surface corrosion.

Fail 2 Jul 2012 8,884 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake pipes have surface corrosion.

Rear brakes binding on.

Pass 28 Jul 2009 8,871 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 8,785 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 8,369 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 8,107 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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MVY 112T is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MVY 112T, 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 MVY 112T?

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What year was MVY 112T registered?

MVY 112T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 12 October 1978.

Is MVY 112T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVY 112T shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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