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MVV 741P

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,710 mi
Last recorded18,710 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVV 741P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 18,710 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 18,710 miles

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

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 18,672 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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MVV 741P is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MVV 741P, 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 MVV 741P?

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What year was MVV 741P registered?

MVV 741P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1976.

Is MVV 741P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVV 741P shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MVV 741P have outstanding finance?

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