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PGC 870K

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

13,888 mi
Last recorded13,888 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGC 870K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 13,888 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 13,518 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 13,047 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 12,876 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 12,421 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 11,479 miles

Nearside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 21 Sep 2012 9,299 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 9,299 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2011 7,272 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 7,272 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 5,553 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 5,553 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2009 3,398 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 1,434 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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PGC 870K is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 PGC 870K, 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 PGC 870K registered?

PGC 870K is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is PGC 870K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGC 870K shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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