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BOO 103T

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

33,792 mi
Last recorded33,792 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOO 103T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2019 33,792 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 33,567 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 33,167 miles

Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Rear exhaust bracket loose

Pass 19 Oct 2015 33,162 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear chassis member corroded

Slight play in prop shaft u/j

Pass 3 Sep 2014 32,787 miles

slight play in steering rack

Fail 20 Aug 2014 32,787 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 18 Jul 2013 31,826 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 30,360 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 30,356 miles

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 29,906 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 29,534 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 29,298 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 29,293 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 28,737 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 29,737 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 26,477 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 26,419 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f kingpin slight play

slight oil leak n/s/r hub

Pass 9 Jun 2005 26,069 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BOO 103T is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 BOO 103T, 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 BOO 103T?

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What year was BOO 103T registered?

BOO 103T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 7 September 1978.

Is BOO 103T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOO 103T shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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