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PJC 815S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,463 mi
Last recorded19,463 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJC 815S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 19,463 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 19,457 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 19,192 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 18,859 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 18,839 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 18,727 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 17,501 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 17,295 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 16,596 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 16,595 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 16,592 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 16,592 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2007 16,131 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2006 15,899 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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PJC 815S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 PJC 815S, 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 PJC 815S registered?

PJC 815S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 14 June 1978.

Is PJC 815S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJC 815S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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