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ERN 941S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

86,855 mi
Last recorded86,855 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERN 941S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 86,855 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 86,855 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 86,855 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2021 86,855 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 86,602 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 86,444 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 85,996 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 85,968 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 85,462 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 80,627 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 80,627 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 73,353 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 73,353 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 70,254 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 70,186 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

cover on o/s/f seat belt not to secure

Pass 31 Jul 2006 70,041 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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ERN 941S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 ERN 941S, 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 ERN 941S?

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What year was ERN 941S registered?

ERN 941S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 10 January 1978.

Is ERN 941S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERN 941S shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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