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ALE 237S

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,662 mi
Last recorded53,662 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALE 237S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2015 53,662 miles

surface corrosion to both outer sills

Pass 25 Jul 2012 53,145 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 52,826 miles

Oil leak

slight play in rack

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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ALE 237S 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 ALE 237S, 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 ALE 237S?

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What year was ALE 237S registered?

ALE 237S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is ALE 237S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALE 237S 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 ALE 237S have outstanding finance?

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