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DGF 557S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

61,593 mi
Last recorded61,593 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGF 557S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 61,593 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 60,075 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 58,069 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 56,175 miles

small hole in front of crossmember offside center floorpan.

Pass 13 Aug 2021 53,375 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 51,357 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 49,354 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 47,307 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 44,607 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 42,043 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 42,016 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear floor at spring mountain point. (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 38,390 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 38,309 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 38,166 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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DGF 557S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 DGF 557S, 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 49 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 DGF 557S?

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What year was DGF 557S registered?

DGF 557S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 11 August 1977.

Is DGF 557S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGF 557S shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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