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APN 95T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

24,548 mi
Last recorded24,548 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPN 95T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 24,548 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 24,274 miles

Nearside Front HEADLIGHT AIM SET LOW

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 23,781 miles

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

Offside Front suspension upright thrust washer has movement

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 23,441 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 23,441 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Jun 2015 23,414 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 4 Sep 2013 23,320 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre has cracked/perished outer sidewall but structure not exposed

o/s/f tyre has cracked/perished outer sidewall but structure not exposed

Fail 2 Sep 2013 23,293 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

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

Offside Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre has cracked/perished outer sidewall but structure not exposed

o/s/f tyre has cracked/perished outer sidewall but structure not exposed

Pass 11 Jun 2012 22,916 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2012 22,881 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2010 22,235 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

cond of rear no plate

o/s door mirror loose

very heavy underseal to underbody

Pass 20 Jul 2010 22,235 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

cond of rear no plate

o/s door mirror loose

very heavy underseal to underbody

Pass 17 Jul 2009 20,952 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 17,552 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 15,355 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 13 Apr 2007 15,355 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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APN 95T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 APN 95T, 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 APN 95T registered?

APN 95T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is APN 95T safe to buy?

The MOT history for APN 95T shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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