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UHL 684S

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,406 mi
Last recorded17,406 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUHL 684S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 17,406 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 13,762 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 3,777 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 29 Jul 2016 3,777 miles

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Jul 2015 3,537 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

numerous oil leaks

Pass 16 Jun 2014 3,519 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 3,022 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 3,022 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 2,951 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 2,934 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 2,820 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 2,800 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 2,368 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 2,348 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 2,250 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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UHL 684S is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 UHL 684S, 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

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What year was UHL 684S registered?

UHL 684S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 18 April 1978.

Is UHL 684S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UHL 684S shows 15 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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