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EWL 762S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

61,914 mi
Last recorded61,914 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWL 762S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 61,914 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

covers on sills

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

flashers fast

front tyres perished

Pass 16 Jul 2014 61,703 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 61,607 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

o/s/f chassis/floor badly corroded but not with in 30 cm of any component.

o/s/r quarter panel to sill corroded not in 30 cm of any component.

unable to properly check all brake pipes because of heavy underseal.

unable to properly inspect underneath the vehicle because thick compound/underseal.

Pass 21 Apr 2011 61,557 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 Apr 2011 61,557 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle 'tick over' is worryingly high ; suggest immediate attention as vehicle may prove difficult to control @ idle

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 762S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 762S, 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 762S?

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What year was EWL 762S registered?

EWL 762S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 19 December 1977.

Is EWL 762S safe to buy?

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