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UJW 703S

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,234 mi
Last recorded19,234 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJW 703S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 May 2018 19,234 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 18,053 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing trunion (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills starting to corrode (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 May 2015 17,243 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 May 2014 16,214 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight play nsf king pin

Pass 1 May 2013 14,571 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 12,861 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 12,439 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 11,967 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 11,166 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 10,946 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 1,008 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 9,276 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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UJW 703S is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UJW 703S, 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 UJW 703S?

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What year was UJW 703S registered?

UJW 703S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 20 February 1978.

Is UJW 703S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJW 703S shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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