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USU 389

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

4,808 mi
Last recorded4,808 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSU 389
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2018 4,808 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 4,808 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 4,101 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 3,743 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 3,504 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 3,197 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 2,663 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 2,398 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 1,699 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 1,016 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 126 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 17 miles

only one (interior) mirror required to be fitted

rear axel check straps missing

small mark in screen zone B

Fail 25 Apr 2008 11 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

only one (interior) mirror required to be fitted

rear axel check straps missing

small mark in screen zone B

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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USU 389 is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 USU 389, 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 USU 389?

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What year was USU 389 registered?

USU 389 is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 18 January 1978.

Is USU 389 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USU 389 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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