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ARL 663T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

91,336 mi
Last recorded91,336 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2012
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARL 663T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,892cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Apr 2012 91,336 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 91,336 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 91,239 miles

Oil leak

Fail 5 Apr 2011 91,239 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2009 90,919 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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ARL 663T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 ARL 663T, 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 ARL 663T?

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What year was ARL 663T registered?

ARL 663T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 6 October 1978.

Is ARL 663T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARL 663T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ARL 663T have outstanding finance?

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