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SNL 35S

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,149 mi
Last recorded70,149 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNL 35S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 70,149 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 70,101 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 70,101 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 69,870 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 69,809 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 69,572 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 69,437 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 68,809 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 14 Nov 2016 68,809 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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SNL 35S is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SNL 35S, 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 SNL 35S?

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What year was SNL 35S registered?

SNL 35S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 19 January 1978.

Is SNL 35S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNL 35S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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