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NAA 721T

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,325 mi
Last recorded13,325 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2013
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNAA 721T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2013 13,325 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 13,325 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 13,076 miles

extensive corrosion castle rails

front wishbone bushes worn

lift in front suspension

rear shocks leaking

Pass 25 May 2011 11,611 miles

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

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

both castle rails very corroded not within prescribed area

Pass 29 Jul 2010 11,304 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 10,668 miles

Both off side tyres starting to crack & perish

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

Oil leak

Fail 23 Jul 2009 10,668 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both off side tyres starting to crack & perish

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2008 8,667 miles

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 8 Jul 2008 8,667 miles

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

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 6,968 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 6,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both prop shaft uj's have wear movement

oil leaks over engine

oil level below minimum

Pass 1 Aug 2006 3,860 miles

excessive engine oil leaks †front suspension bushes slight wear

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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NAA 721T is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NAA 721T, 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 NAA 721T?

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What year was NAA 721T registered?

NAA 721T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 28 September 1978.

Is NAA 721T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NAA 721T shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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