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REY 366S

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,042 mi
Last recorded90,042 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREY 366S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 90,042 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 90,037 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 90,031 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 90,031 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 89,919 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 184,368 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 184,368 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 73,031 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 73,031 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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REY 366S is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 REY 366S, 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 REY 366S?

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What year was REY 366S registered?

REY 366S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 31 March 1978.

Is REY 366S safe to buy?

The MOT history for REY 366S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does REY 366S have outstanding finance?

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