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27 BAN

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,103 mi
Last recorded70,103 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration27 BAN
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2018 70,103 miles

Nearside Rear side wall repair to tyre

Offside Front tyre had side wall repair

under side is heavily under sealed

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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27 BAN is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 27 BAN, 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 27 BAN?

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What year was 27 BAN registered?

27 BAN is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is 27 BAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for 27 BAN shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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