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BNB 388T

1978 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,216 mi
Last recorded68,216 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNB 388T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2018 68,216 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 May 2017 68,035 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 67,584 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 67,175 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 66,626 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 66,079 miles

some lift in off side king pin.

Pass 25 Apr 2012 65,216 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 64,476 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 63,556 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 63,115 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

n/s/f track rod end gaitor split

n/s/r back plate damp with oil

Pass 21 Apr 2008 62,474 miles

n/s/f king pin slight play

n/s/f track rod end rubber split

Pass 20 Apr 2007 61,723 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 60,674 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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BNB 388T is a 1978 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BNB 388T, 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 BNB 388T?

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What year was BNB 388T registered?

BNB 388T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 9 October 1978.

Is BNB 388T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNB 388T shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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