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ABH 866S

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,764 mi
Last recorded34,764 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2009
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABH 866S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2009 34,764 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 34,689 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 34,637 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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ABH 866S is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 ABH 866S, 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 ABH 866S?

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What year was ABH 866S registered?

ABH 866S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 18 May 1978.

Is ABH 866S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABH 866S shows 3 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 ABH 866S have outstanding finance?

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