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NTM 991P

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests23 (12 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate52.2%

Mileage

25,908 mi
Last recorded25,908 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTM 991P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

12 pass 11 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2019 25,908 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 25,098 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 25,098 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 24,034 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 24,034 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 22,175 miles

Front Both top ball joints have slight play

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Fail 22 Jul 2016 22,175 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Both top ball joints have slight play

Oil leak ()

Fail 10 Aug 2015 21,664 miles

Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 21,664 miles

Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 20,350 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 18,947 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 18,947 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 16,758 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 16,060 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 16,060 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 15,815 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 15,815 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 May 2009 14,902 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 15 May 2009 14,902 miles

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

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 May 2008 13,324 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Oil leak

unable to fully inspect vehicle due to sill covers fitted

Fail 25 Apr 2008 13,312 miles

Brake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)

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

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Oil leak

unable to fully inspect vehicle due to sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2007 11,508 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 11,508 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

hand brake travel

slight lift in both front king pins

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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NTM 991P is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.2%.

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 NTM 991P, 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

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What year was NTM 991P registered?

NTM 991P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 5 April 1976.

Is NTM 991P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NTM 991P shows 23 tests with a 52.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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