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NPR 579

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,667 mi
Last recorded34,667 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPR 579
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2018 34,667 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 34,407 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 33,777 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 33,278 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 32,777 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 32,588 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 32,080 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 31,518 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 30,952 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 30,204 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 29,562 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 29,152 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 28,725 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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NPR 579 is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NPR 579, 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 NPR 579?

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What year was NPR 579 registered?

NPR 579 is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is NPR 579 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPR 579 shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NPR 579 have outstanding finance?

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