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MGZ 1880

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

86,504 mi
Last recorded86,504 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2016
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGZ 1880
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2016 86,504 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 86,182 miles

Advise:slight play in nsf king pin

Fail 20 Jul 2015 86,125 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

clutch hose twisted and contaminated

Pass 21 Jul 2014 85,741 miles

Oil leak

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

rear exhaust hangers perished

slight lift nearside front king pin

Fail 21 Jul 2014 85,741 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

rear exhaust hangers perished

slight lift nearside front king pin

Pass 25 Jul 2013 85,470 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear exhaust hanger rubbers perishing.

Fail 25 Jul 2013 85,470 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Rear exhaust hanger rubbers perishing.

Pass 28 Jun 2012 84,706 miles

Differential pinion seal showing signs of leaking.

Fail 26 Jun 2012 84,706 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Differential pinion seal showing signs of leaking.

Pass 25 Jul 2011 84,316 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 84,124 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 83,904 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 83,890 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2008 83,356 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 82,159 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 82,159 miles

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

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

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

n/s king pin play

Pass 21 Feb 2006 81,739 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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MGZ 1880 is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 MGZ 1880, 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 MGZ 1880 registered?

MGZ 1880 is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 28 October 1977.

Is MGZ 1880 safe to buy?

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