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AKZ 4008

1978 MG B

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,218 mi
Last recorded38,218 miles
Recorded on2 May 2006
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKZ 4008
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 May 2006 38,218 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 17 May 2005 38,065 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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AKZ 4008 is a 1978 MG B in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 AKZ 4008, 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 AKZ 4008?

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What year was AKZ 4008 registered?

AKZ 4008 is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is AKZ 4008 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKZ 4008 shows 2 tests 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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