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TBN 850S

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

46,630 mi
Last recorded46,630 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBN 850S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 46,630 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 45,812 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 45,197 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 44,613 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 44,089 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 43,815 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 43,302 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 42,953 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 42,204 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 41,799 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 41,639 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 41,444 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 41,348 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 41,346 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2005 41,100 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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TBN 850S is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 TBN 850S, 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 TBN 850S?

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What year was TBN 850S registered?

TBN 850S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 23 June 1978.

Is TBN 850S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBN 850S shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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