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BMO 833T

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

62,174 mi
Last recorded62,174 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMO 833T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 62,174 miles

Both headlights aim slightly high.

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking inside tyre tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 61,816 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Signs of perishing within tyre tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 61,814 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Signs of perishing within tyre tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 61,264 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 61,078 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 60,933 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 60,669 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 60,464 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 60,090 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 59,473 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 59,473 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 58,833 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 58,691 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 58,305 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 57,652 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 57,463 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 56,288 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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BMO 833T is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 BMO 833T, 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 BMO 833T?

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What year was BMO 833T registered?

BMO 833T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 3 November 1978.

Is BMO 833T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMO 833T shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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