MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
54,497 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the MG Mgb?
Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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1978 MG is a 1974 MG Mgb in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.
Across all 1974 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 46,540 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1978 MG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of 1978 MG?
You can check the full history of 1978 MG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was 1978 MG registered?
1978 MG is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 16 May 1974.
Is 1978 MG safe to buy?
The MOT history for 1978 MG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 1978 MG have outstanding finance?
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