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ECW 63S

1977 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,948 mi
Last recorded33,948 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECW 63S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 33,948 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 33,640 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 33,286 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 32,854 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 31,961 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 31,961 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 31,847 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear anti roll bar end bushes deteriorating but no excessive movement

Pass 6 Dec 2007 31,672 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2006 31,479 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2005 31,051 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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ECW 63S is a 1977 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 ECW 63S, 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 ECW 63S?

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What year was ECW 63S registered?

ECW 63S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 6 December 1977.

Is ECW 63S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECW 63S shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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