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RSB 450S

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

36,860 mi
Last recorded36,860 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSB 450S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 36,860 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Apr 2017 36,717 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 36,717 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 25 Mar 2016 36,670 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 36,524 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 36,436 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 36,247 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 36,145 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 35,786 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 May 2010 35,361 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 35,158 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 34,736 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 34,495 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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RSB 450S is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RSB 450S, 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 RSB 450S?

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What year was RSB 450S registered?

RSB 450S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 29 March 1978.

Is RSB 450S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSB 450S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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