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BBD 363S

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

95,876 mi
Last recorded95,876 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBD 363S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021 95,876 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer box (6.1.2 (a))

o/s hand brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Jun 2019 95,874 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

o/s rear brake binding slightly

Pass 1 Jun 2016 95,744 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 95,744 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 May 2013 95,555 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 95,544 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 95,544 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 95,197 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 95,186 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 95,176 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 7 Apr 2009 95,011 miles

All tyres cracking up on sidewalls

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 95,011 miles

All tyres cracking up on sidewalls

Pass 8 Jun 2006 94,954 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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BBD 363S is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BBD 363S, 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 BBD 363S?

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What year was BBD 363S registered?

BBD 363S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 7 July 1978.

Is BBD 363S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBD 363S shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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