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BOT 378V

1979 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

35,283 mi
Last recorded35,283 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOT 378V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 35,283 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 34,618 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 32,996 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 23 May 2017 32,996 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 24 May 2016 31,635 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 31,109 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 30,463 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 29,993 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 29,479 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 29,009 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 28,262 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 27,424 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 25,875 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 24,625 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 23,159 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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BOT 378V is a 1979 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 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 BOT 378V, 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 47 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 BOT 378V?

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What year was BOT 378V registered?

BOT 378V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 2 August 1979.

Is BOT 378V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOT 378V shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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