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NNB 893P

1976 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

84,863 mi
Last recorded84,863 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNNB 893P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 84,863 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 84,350 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 84,215 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 83,819 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 83,433 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 82,824 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 82,449 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 81,904 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 81,228 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Jun 2018 81,157 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn pin and bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2018 81,144 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 80,788 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 80,208 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 80,208 miles

Nearside Front brake disc locking device insecure (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2014 78,756 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 78,756 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 78,393 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 78,393 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 76,806 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2012 76,806 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2008 75,038 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 73,014 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 73,014 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 72,777 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 27 Jan 2006 72,777 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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NNB 893P is a 1976 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 NNB 893P, 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 NNB 893P?

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What year was NNB 893P registered?

NNB 893P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 6 April 1976.

Is NNB 893P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NNB 893P shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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