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MPG 616P

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,494 mi
Last recorded17,494 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPG 616P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 17,494 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 16,177 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 13,763 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 9,653 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 5,986 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 18,744 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 567 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 99,483 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 99,409 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 99,241 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 99,241 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2006 98,843 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 98,414 miles
Fail 25 May 2005 98,414 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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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MPG 616P is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MPG 616P, 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 MPG 616P?

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What year was MPG 616P registered?

MPG 616P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 13 April 1976.

Is MPG 616P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPG 616P shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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