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BNO 96T

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

32,446 mi
Last recorded32,446 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNO 96T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 32,446 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

rear brakes slightly uneven

Fail 13 Sep 2022 32,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

nearside rear spring front mount area corroded and weak just a pass

Pass 29 Jul 2021 32,125 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 32,014 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 29,745 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 28,569 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 27,325 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all inner bushes ageing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2015 26,926 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 25,756 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Fail 28 May 2014 25,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

rear exhaust mounting missing

Pass 28 Jun 2013 24,866 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 24,860 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (5.2.6)

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

n/s rear check strap lower nut insecure

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 21,324 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 21,324 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 17,950 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 17,949 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 16,200 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 16,157 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 11,024 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 11,024 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 10,223 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 10,223 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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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BNO 96T is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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

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 BNO 96T, 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

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What year was BNO 96T registered?

BNO 96T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 3 August 1978.

Is BNO 96T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNO 96T shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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