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DJO 79R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

64,815 mi
Last recorded64,815 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2013
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJO 79R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Dec 2013 64,815 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 15,671 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 15,661 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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DJO 79R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DJO 79R, 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 DJO 79R?

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What year was DJO 79R registered?

DJO 79R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 20 May 1977.

Is DJO 79R safe to buy?

The MOT history for DJO 79R shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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