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UER 729S

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

79,489 mi
Last recorded79,489 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2023
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUER 729S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2023 79,489 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 79,330 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 79,125 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 79,029 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2019 78,502 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 77,571 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 77,098 miles

Oil leak.

Pass 11 May 2016 76,713 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2015 76,247 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 75,721 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2013 74,923 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2012 74,409 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 73,390 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 72,108 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 71,242 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 69,667 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 65,677 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 Jul 2006 65,670 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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UER 729S is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 UER 729S, 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 UER 729S?

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What year was UER 729S registered?

UER 729S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is UER 729S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UER 729S shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UER 729S have outstanding finance?

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