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SWH 534T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,589 mi
Last recorded49,589 miles
Recorded on1 May 2013
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWH 534T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 May 2013 49,589 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 49,531 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 49,275 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 48,606 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 47,166 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 46,449 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 45,066 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 43,760 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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SWH 534T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 SWH 534T, 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 SWH 534T?

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What year was SWH 534T registered?

SWH 534T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 22 November 1978.

Is SWH 534T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWH 534T shows 8 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 SWH 534T have outstanding finance?

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