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PSW 348S

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 3998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,739 mi
Last recorded27,739 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSW 348S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 27,739 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 27,523 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 26,561 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 26,371 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 26,160 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 25,871 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 25,585 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 24,439 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 24,439 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 24,027 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 24,027 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 23,604 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 22,256 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 22,256 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 22,035 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 26,781 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 20,447 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 20,447 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 19,266 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 17,747 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 17,457 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

hazzards s/fast

Pass 18 Apr 2008 16,317 miles

Damage to front number plate

Hazzard lights flash fast

Fail 4 Apr 2007 14,889 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 14,889 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 13,202 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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PSW 348S is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 3,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PSW 348S, 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 PSW 348S?

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What year was PSW 348S registered?

PSW 348S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 6 April 1978.

Is PSW 348S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSW 348S shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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