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TOJ 267S

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

24,663 mi
Last recorded24,663 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOJ 267S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 24,663 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer has slight leak of exhaust gas (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front subframe bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front N/S/F king pin has slight lift in bushes

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Both rear swinging shackle bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2023 24,631 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill with 30cm of leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Cracking/splitting & perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tail box silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2021 21,358 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 19,320 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 19,128 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 16,700 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 16,495 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 16,032 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 15,114 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 10,993 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 7,412 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 2,915 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 97,560 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 91,184 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 84,525 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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TOJ 267S is a 1978 MG B in Black 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 TOJ 267S, 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 TOJ 267S?

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What year was TOJ 267S registered?

TOJ 267S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is TOJ 267S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOJ 267S 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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