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UTY 223T

1978 MG B Roadster

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,132 mi
Last recorded95,132 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B Roadster48,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTY 223T
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2018 95,132 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 94,511 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 93,943 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 93,447 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 92,411 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 91,962 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 91,758 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 91,410 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 91,064 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 90,144 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 89,684 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 89,203 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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UTY 223T is a 1978 MG B Roadster in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 48,731 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UTY 223T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UTY 223T registered?

UTY 223T is a 1978 MG B Roadster, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is UTY 223T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTY 223T 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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