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SEN 509S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,893 mi
Last recorded33,893 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2016
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEN 509S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2016 33,893 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 33,881 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 33,850 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 33,850 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 33,684 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 33,460 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 33,460 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 33,454 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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SEN 509S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 3,528cc 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 SEN 509S, 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 SEN 509S?

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What year was SEN 509S registered?

SEN 509S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 19 April 1978.

Is SEN 509S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEN 509S 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.

Does SEN 509S have outstanding finance?

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