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UJM 170S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

29,050 mi
Last recorded29,050 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJM 170S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 29,050 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper (2.4.G.2)

n/s front & rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 11 May 2016 28,817 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 28,817 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 28,353 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 27,780 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2014 27,780 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

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

Fail 9 May 2014 27,735 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 7 May 2013 27,337 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 May 2012 26,907 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 26,697 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 26,205 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 26,187 miles

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

o/s rear brake binding slightly

Pass 15 May 2009 25,107 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 24,140 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 22,567 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 22,560 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 May 2006 21,610 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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UJM 170S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 UJM 170S, 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 UJM 170S registered?

UJM 170S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 17 May 1978.

Is UJM 170S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJM 170S shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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