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RCD 352G

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,979 mi
Last recorded8,979 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCD 352G
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 8,979 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 8,979 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine mounting excessively loose nearside front nut missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 29 May 2020 8,978 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged burst (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Engine mounting missing nut missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

emissions not checked

Pass 1 Jun 2018 8,645 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 7,595 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 5,492 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 3,470 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 3,147 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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RCD 352G is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RCD 352G, 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 RCD 352G?

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What year was RCD 352G registered?

RCD 352G is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 23 August 1978.

Is RCD 352G safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCD 352G shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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