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RFN 67S

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,754 mi
Last recorded82,754 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFN 67S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 82,754 miles

front coil springs very rusted

wear in offside kingpin and o/s/f top suspension bush

Fail 16 Aug 2017 82,746 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven 67% difference on axle (3.7.B.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

front coil springs very rusted

wear in offside kingpin and o/s/f top suspension bush

Pass 8 Aug 2016 81,872 miles

advise grease kingpins

front and rear suspension springs rusted

some rear brake imbalance noted

top suspension bushings poor condition

Pass 15 Aug 2014 80,855 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

full beam warning light dim

Pass 12 Aug 2013 80,747 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 80,743 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 80,686 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 80,457 miles

c0rr0sion 0f exhaust system

rear exhaust mounting broken cable tied up

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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RFN 67S is a 1978 MG B in Green 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 RFN 67S, 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 RFN 67S registered?

RFN 67S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 6 January 1978.

Is RFN 67S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFN 67S 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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