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SFN 996S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,382 mi
Last recorded11,382 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFN 996S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 11,382 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 11,364 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 11,027 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 11,019 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Centre Rear Braking system leaking brake hose (3.6.A.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 10,926 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f swivels on steering have some wear

Pass 29 May 2013 9,703 miles

fuel pipe rusting

o/s/r front spring bush worn

Fail 29 May 2013 9,703 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

fuel pipe rusting

o/s/r front spring bush worn

Pass 18 May 2012 8,654 miles

Oil leak

welding to underbody

Fail 19 May 2011 6,456 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 May 2011 6,456 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 4,964 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 4,231 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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SFN 996S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SFN 996S, 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 SFN 996S?

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What year was SFN 996S registered?

SFN 996S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 31 May 1978.

Is SFN 996S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFN 996S shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SFN 996S have outstanding finance?

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