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NFC 346T

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

69,667 mi
Last recorded69,667 miles
Recorded on10 May 2013
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFC 346T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 10 May 2013 69,667 miles

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

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

nearside centre rigger corroded outside prescribed area

Pass 10 May 2013 69,667 miles

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

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

nearside centre rigger corroded outside prescribed area

Fail 11 May 2012 69,507 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 11 May 2012 69,507 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 13 May 2011 69,390 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 May 2011 69,390 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2010 69,238 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 30 Apr 2010 69,238 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Battery insecure

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 68,608 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 66,694 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 66,424 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2005 66,424 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2005 65,031 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2005 65,031 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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NFC 346T is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 NFC 346T, 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 NFC 346T?

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What year was NFC 346T registered?

NFC 346T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is NFC 346T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFC 346T shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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