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SWN 525S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

42,910 mi
Last recorded42,910 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWN 525S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2019 42,910 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 41,278 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 40,319 miles

Offside Front headlamp image slightly obscure

Pass 18 Nov 2016 38,862 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 38,862 miles

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 35,856 miles

Steering rack has slight movement in operation

Fail 17 Nov 2015 35,856 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering rack has slight movement in operation

Pass 14 Nov 2014 32,610 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 31,887 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 29,703 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 26,725 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 23,679 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 23,679 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 20,881 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 18,812 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 18,812 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 16,869 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 14,443 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 14,443 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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SWN 525S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 SWN 525S, 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 SWN 525S?

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What year was SWN 525S registered?

SWN 525S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 10 January 1978.

Is SWN 525S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWN 525S shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SWN 525S have outstanding finance?

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