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AFG 138T

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

32,269 mi
Last recorded32,269 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFG 138T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 32,269 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 31,708 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 31,708 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 31,505 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 30,953 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 30,315 miles

oil leak

Fail 7 Aug 2014 29,817 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Oil leak

fuel cap seal slightly perished

long hand brake travel

Pass 7 Aug 2014 29,817 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

fuel cap seal slightly perished

long hand brake travel

Pass 13 Aug 2013 28,922 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 28,922 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 28,684 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 28,071 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 27,188 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 26,390 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 26,367 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2008 25,262 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 24,109 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 23,709 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 231,231 miles

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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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AFG 138T is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AFG 138T, 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 AFG 138T?

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What year was AFG 138T registered?

AFG 138T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is AFG 138T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFG 138T shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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