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UDP 310S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,600 mi
Last recorded49,600 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDP 310S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 49,600 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 49,215 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 48,757 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 47,976 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 47,120 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 46,277 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 46,277 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 44,823 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 44,392 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

nearside front tyre bald outside edge

slight binding offside rear wheel

slight dampness offside front shock absorber

Pass 3 Jul 2009 43,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front tyre wearing inside tread

possible axle oil leak nearside rear hub

Pass 29 Jul 2008 43,364 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 43,137 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 43,083 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 41,631 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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UDP 310S is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UDP 310S, 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 UDP 310S?

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What year was UDP 310S registered?

UDP 310S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 23 February 1978.

Is UDP 310S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDP 310S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UDP 310S have outstanding finance?

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