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MVC 275P

1976 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,702 mi
Last recorded1,702 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVC 275P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 1,702 miles

corrosion to all under body and suspension components

Pass 24 May 2016 1,678 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 1,476 miles

nearside front inner wing panel sign pof corosion

offside rear inner panel rear near suspension mounts sign of corosion

Fail 17 Jul 2008 1,476 miles

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

Offside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

nearside front inner wing panel sign pof corosion

offside rear inner panel rear near suspension mounts sign of corosion

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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MVC 275P is a 1976 MG B in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MVC 275P, 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 MVC 275P?

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What year was MVC 275P registered?

MVC 275P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 19 January 1976.

Is MVC 275P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVC 275P shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MVC 275P have outstanding finance?

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