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STH 810S

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,607 mi
Last recorded14,607 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTH 810S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 14,607 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 14,216 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 13,506 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 12,639 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 11,557 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 9,304 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 63,000 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 2,630 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 2,630 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 99,467 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2007 22,209 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2007 22,209 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 20,270 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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STH 810S is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 STH 810S, 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 STH 810S?

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What year was STH 810S registered?

STH 810S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is STH 810S safe to buy?

The MOT history for STH 810S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does STH 810S have outstanding finance?

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