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UDP 329S

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

90,908 mi
Last recorded90,908 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDP 329S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 90,908 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle lightly corroded

Various suspension components corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2019 90,141 miles

Brake pedal travel a bit long.

Offside Front Wiper blade starting to split.

Fail 16 Aug 2019 90,139 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal travel a bit long.

Offside Front Wiper blade starting to split.

Fail 22 May 2019 90,091 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective unattached (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive overdrive unit (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 89,878 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2018 89,878 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fuel pipe insecure under bonnet (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2016 89,735 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 329S is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 329S, 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 329S?

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What year was UDP 329S registered?

UDP 329S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 5 April 1978.

Is UDP 329S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDP 329S shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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