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EWL 36S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

21,220 mi
Last recorded21,220 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2006
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWL 36S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2006 21,220 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2006 21,220 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2006 21,216 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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EWL 36S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,950cc 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 EWL 36S, 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 EWL 36S?

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What year was EWL 36S registered?

EWL 36S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 8 August 1977.

Is EWL 36S safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWL 36S 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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