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SWH 118S

1978 MG B GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,017 mi
Last recorded88,017 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B GT48,159 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWH 118S
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 88,017 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 88,017 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 85,371 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 83,687 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 83,687 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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SWH 118S is a 1978 MG B GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 48,159 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SWH 118S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SWH 118S?

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What year was SWH 118S registered?

SWH 118S is a 1978 MG B GT, first registered on 31 May 1978.

Is SWH 118S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWH 118S shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SWH 118S have outstanding finance?

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