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NIA 3913

1978 MG B

Red Other 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,027 mi
Last recorded89,027 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNIA 3913
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 89,027 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 89,013 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 88,856 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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NIA 3913 is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 NIA 3913, 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 NIA 3913?

You can check the full history of NIA 3913 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NIA 3913 registered?

NIA 3913 is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is NIA 3913 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NIA 3913 shows 3 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.

Does NIA 3913 have outstanding finance?

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