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REN 758S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,695 mi
Last recorded88,695 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREN 758S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 88,695 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2017 88,557 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Apr 2016 88,396 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

general under body corrosion

oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2015 88,357 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 13 Apr 2015 88,357 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 23 May 2014 88,133 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2013 87,941 miles

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 31 May 2012 37,723 miles

general corrosion to suspension arms and underside. suspension bushes perished

Pass 6 May 2011 87,525 miles

Clutch master cylinder leaking

Sills on both sides corroding badly at the rear

Pass 19 Apr 2010 87,341 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

battery cover not fitted

both front tyres slight cracking in side wall

wire hanging down gearbox area

Fail 15 Apr 2010 87,339 miles

Nearside Headlamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

battery cover not fitted

both front tyres slight cracking in side wall

wire hanging down gearbox area

Pass 27 May 2009 87,338 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 87,338 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

all brakes binding slightly

Pass 27 Mar 2007 87,199 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 87,064 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 87,064 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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REN 758S 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 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 REN 758S, 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 REN 758S?

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What year was REN 758S registered?

REN 758S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 26 January 1978.

Is REN 758S safe to buy?

The MOT history for REN 758S shows 16 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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