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RJG 913S

1978 MG B

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,199 mi
Last recorded10,199 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJG 913S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 10,199 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine/overdrive unit (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 9,002 miles

Oil leak over drive and rear of engine ()

Fail 20 Mar 2018 8,995 miles

Rear Braking system leaking brake hose/ t-peice-rear axle (3.6.A.1)

Oil leak over drive and rear of engine ()

Pass 9 Feb 2017 7,596 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 7,295 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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RJG 913S is a 1978 MG B in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 RJG 913S, 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 RJG 913S?

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What year was RJG 913S registered?

RJG 913S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 13 March 1978.

Is RJG 913S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJG 913S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RJG 913S have outstanding finance?

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