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BEV 457S

1978 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

61,161 mi
Last recorded61,161 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2013
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEV 457S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2013 61,161 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 61,160 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 61,160 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 61,149 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir slightly corroded (3.6.A.2b)

Coolant tank leaking

Pass 4 Sep 2008 61,139 miles

slight play in both front kingpins

Pass 10 Aug 2007 60,989 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 60,980 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 60,381 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 60,371 miles

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

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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BEV 457S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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

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 BEV 457S, 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

How do I check the history of BEV 457S?

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What year was BEV 457S registered?

BEV 457S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 22 March 1978.

Is BEV 457S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEV 457S shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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