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SWN 740S

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,917 mi
Last recorded24,917 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWN 740S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 24,917 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 24,621 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 23,439 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 22,881 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 22,615 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 20 May 2011 22,405 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres perishing

Fail 13 May 2011 22,409 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering system lock to lock check twists a brake hose (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Coolant leak

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

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 3 Mar 2010 21,444 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

nearside front, nearside rear and offside rear tyre all perishing not exposing cords

Pass 9 Feb 2009 19,124 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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SWN 740S is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SWN 740S, 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 740S?

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What year was SWN 740S registered?

SWN 740S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 6 January 1978.

Is SWN 740S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWN 740S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SWN 740S have outstanding finance?

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