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UVP 937S

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

77,655 mi
Last recorded77,655 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVP 937S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2024 77,655 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 75,055 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2016 75,029 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 75,010 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 74,792 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 74,742 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 74,708 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 74,618 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 74,251 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 73,943 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 73,846 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 73,764 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2007 73,764 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

slight fuild leak on nearside rear brake back plate

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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UVP 937S 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 92.3%.

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 UVP 937S, 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 UVP 937S?

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What year was UVP 937S registered?

UVP 937S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 10 July 1978.

Is UVP 937S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVP 937S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UVP 937S have outstanding finance?

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