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HFC 170S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

4,674 mi
Last recorded4,674 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFC 170S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2018 4,674 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil o/s and n/s (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 7 Feb 2018 4,665 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front to rear corrosion (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil o/s and n/s (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 3,621 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 99,508 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 96,474 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 93,818 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 922,204 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)

underside heavy underseal on underside and welding repairs.

Fail 12 Jun 2013 92,204 miles

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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 18 Apr 2013 92,203 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 May 2010 90,779 miles

near side rear inner sill weak

Pass 16 May 2008 90,621 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2005 90,304 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2005 90,304 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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HFC 170S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HFC 170S, 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

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What year was HFC 170S registered?

HFC 170S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 November 1977.

Is HFC 170S safe to buy?

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