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UEB 128S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,655 mi
Last recorded78,655 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEB 128S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 78,655 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear outer sill corroded

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 May 2016 78,361 miles

Nearside wing mirror missing

Fail 23 May 2016 78,360 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) inappropriately repaired pad not fitted correctly (3.5.1n)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside wing mirror missing

Pass 15 May 2015 78,102 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 May 2015 78,102 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 77,780 miles

all front lower arm bushes are perished

both front chassis legs are corroded

fuel residue around the pump

idle is low

rear exhaust bracket is broken

water leak from heater vavle

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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UEB 128S is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 UEB 128S, 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 UEB 128S?

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What year was UEB 128S registered?

UEB 128S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 21 June 1978.

Is UEB 128S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEB 128S shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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