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UEP 646S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

36,870 mi
Last recorded36,870 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEP 646S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 36,870 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 36,855 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 36,083 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 36,716 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 36,681 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 36,681 miles

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 36,651 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2011

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 36,471 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009
Pass 23 Sep 2008
Pass 18 Sep 2007 36,238 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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UEP 646S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UEP 646S, 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 UEP 646S?

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What year was UEP 646S registered?

UEP 646S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 2 June 1978.

Is UEP 646S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEP 646S shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UEP 646S have outstanding finance?

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