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BLW 268T

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

866 mi
Last recorded866 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLW 268T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 866 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 740 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 740 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive co and hc too high (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 177 miles

centre exhaust clamp loose

Pass 31 Jul 2017 99,952 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 99,790 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 99,459 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 98,936 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

near sidefront brake disc slightly scored

Pass 13 Sep 2007 98,936 miles

near sidefront brake disc slightly scored

Pass 6 Sep 2006 98,516 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2005 97,892 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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BLW 268T is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BLW 268T, 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 BLW 268T?

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What year was BLW 268T registered?

BLW 268T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 12 August 1978.

Is BLW 268T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLW 268T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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