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UBO 222S

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,686 mi
Last recorded33,686 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBO 222S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 33,686 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 May 2025 33,318 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 May 2024 32,688 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2023 32,319 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 May 2022 31,874 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2021 31,134 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2020 30,688 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 29,875 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 29,073 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 28,103 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 27,585 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 26,599 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 26,531 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 26,326 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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UBO 222S is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UBO 222S, 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 UBO 222S?

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What year was UBO 222S registered?

UBO 222S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is UBO 222S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBO 222S shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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