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OBG 277S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,589 mi
Last recorded29,589 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2014
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBG 277S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2014 29,589 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 29,524 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 29,490 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 29,449 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 29,368 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 29,297 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 29,297 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 May 2006 29,167 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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OBG 277S is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 OBG 277S, 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 48 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 OBG 277S?

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What year was OBG 277S registered?

OBG 277S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 6 March 1978.

Is OBG 277S safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBG 277S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OBG 277S have outstanding finance?

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