MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,595 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Battery carrier corroded
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Clutch slave cylinder hose deteriorated
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Upper (6.1.B.2)
Clutch slave cylinder hose deteriorated
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Upper (6.1.B.2)
Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Clutch slave cylinder hose deteriorating
Front wheel bearing has slight play Nearside front (2.5.A.3c)
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Offside rear inner upper (2.4.A.3)
Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Offside front (2.2.C.1c)
Clutch slave cylinder hose deteriorating
Front wheel bearing has slight play Nearside front (2.5.A.3c)
customer advised front bump stop rubbers missing and bolts missing
Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
customer advised front bump stop rubbers missing and bolts missing
customer advised front bumpstops missing
Battery insecure (1.9.1)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)
Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)
Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
customer advisedfront bumpstops missing
Oil leak
diff knocking
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Oil leak
diff knocking
engine misfire
Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
Nearside Rear Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)
Offside Rear Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)
Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)
Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Bad water leak from bottom hose
Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
Nearside Rear Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)
Offside Rear Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)
Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
How Reliable is the MG B?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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MHB 412P is a 1976 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.
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 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 MHB 412P, 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.
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What year was MHB 412P registered?
MHB 412P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 13 April 1976.
Is MHB 412P safe to buy?
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