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MCB 994R

1976 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

11,593 mi
Last recorded11,593 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2019
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCB 994R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2019 11,593 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 11,382 miles

all tyres becoming old cracked & possible sidewall weakened

Pass 25 May 2017 11,232 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 9,207 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 8,174 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 8,171 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

steering rack damp

transmission oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2013 8,081 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 8,065 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 8,065 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2010 7,765 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 7,182 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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MCB 994R is a 1976 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 MCB 994R, 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 50 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 MCB 994R?

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What year was MCB 994R registered?

MCB 994R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 15 September 1976.

Is MCB 994R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCB 994R shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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