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UPM 714S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,183 mi
Last recorded25,183 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPM 714S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 25,183 miles

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 24,732 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 24,383 miles

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 24,199 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 23,979 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 23,692 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 23,306 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Oct 2018 22,693 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2017 21,835 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 20,971 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2015 20,348 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 18,898 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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UPM 714S is a 1978 MG B in Red 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 UPM 714S, 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 UPM 714S?

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What year was UPM 714S registered?

UPM 714S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 3 January 1978.

Is UPM 714S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPM 714S 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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