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ANE 238T

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,546 mi
Last recorded30,546 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANE 238T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 30,546 miles

slight exhaust blow from centre silencer

Fail 21 May 2018 30,540 miles

Fuel hose leaking fuel hose from pump to tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

slight exhaust blow from centre silencer

Pass 2 May 2017 30,320 miles

Right hand front wheel slightly buckled

Fail 20 Apr 2017 30,320 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting loose Mounting plate bolt loose (2.4.C.3a)

Passenger's seat insecure Outer bolt very loose (6.2.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both sides (8.2.3)

Right hand front wheel slightly buckled

Pass 25 May 2016 30,065 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 29,965 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 29,796 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 29,418 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 28,318 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 28,318 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f damper starting to leak

slight play in both trunions

Pass 10 Apr 2008 27,668 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

clutch slave cyl leaking

Fail 28 Mar 2008 27,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

clutch slave cyl leaking

Pass 3 Apr 2007 26,941 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 25,252 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 25,252 miles

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

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

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

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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ANE 238T is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ANE 238T, 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 ANE 238T registered?

ANE 238T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 13 September 1978.

Is ANE 238T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANE 238T shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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