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BRB 571T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,688 mi
Last recorded79,688 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2014
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRB 571T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2014 79,688 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 78,136 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2005 78,096 miles

Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

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

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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BRB 571T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BRB 571T, 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 BRB 571T?

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What year was BRB 571T registered?

BRB 571T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is BRB 571T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRB 571T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BRB 571T have outstanding finance?

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