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BEA 657T

1978 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

36,942 mi
Last recorded36,942 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEA 657T
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 36,942 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 36,931 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin or bush likely to become detached Front bolt securing nut is loose. (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2024 35,157 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 34,090 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 32,599 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 30,968 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 29,986 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 28,848 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 28,354 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 28,354 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 27,505 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 27,204 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 27,204 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 25,828 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 25,828 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 24,222 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 21,603 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 20,571 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 19,961 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 18,862 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 13,313 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 8,460 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 2,242 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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BEA 657T is a 1978 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BEA 657T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BEA 657T registered?

BEA 657T is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is BEA 657T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEA 657T shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BEA 657T have outstanding finance?

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