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ALX 399S

1978 MG B

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,247 mi
Last recorded56,247 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALX 399S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 56,247 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 55,967 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 55,965 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 55,670 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 55,670 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 55,180 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 54,710 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 54,030 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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ALX 399S is a 1978 MG B in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ALX 399S, 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 ALX 399S?

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What year was ALX 399S registered?

ALX 399S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is ALX 399S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALX 399S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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