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UOL 368S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,190 mi
Last recorded80,190 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOL 368S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 80,190 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 80,110 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 5 Jun 2014 79,863 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 79,784 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 79,784 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 79,781 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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UOL 368S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UOL 368S, 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 UOL 368S?

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What year was UOL 368S registered?

UOL 368S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 21 April 1978.

Is UOL 368S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UOL 368S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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