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UTS 961S

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,750 mi
Last recorded98,750 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTS 961S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2018 98,750 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 98,652 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 98,558 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 98,431 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 98,254 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 97,440 miles

slight play in rack ends

steering columbe u/j slight play

Pass 17 Apr 2012 96,452 miles

body extensively repaired underneath

rear leaf springs starting to separate

slight play in steering rack ends

Pass 22 Jun 2006 96,132 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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UTS 961S is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 UTS 961S, 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 UTS 961S?

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What year was UTS 961S registered?

UTS 961S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 18 April 1978.

Is UTS 961S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTS 961S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UTS 961S have outstanding finance?

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