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ADU 187S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

2,084 mi
Last recorded2,084 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADU 187S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 2,084 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 95,601 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 85,934 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2016 85,924 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Front fuel hose perrished (between filter and carburettor)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 81,946 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 79,216 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 76,287 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 73,744 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 70,433 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 68,554 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 65,064 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight leak from Clutch slave cylinder

Pass 20 Aug 2008 61,974 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 57,730 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 53,216 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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ADU 187S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 ADU 187S, 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

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What year was ADU 187S registered?

ADU 187S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 14 June 1978.

Is ADU 187S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADU 187S shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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