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PFB 800R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,824 mi
Last recorded28,824 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFB 800R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 28,824 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 27,099 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 27,094 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 25,276 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 23,642 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 22,075 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 19,738 miles

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

fuel pipe at pump cracking

Pass 22 Jul 2011 18,820 miles

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

fuel hoses at pump cracking

propshaft u/j worn

Pass 15 Jul 2010 17,382 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 14,098 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 12,677 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Jun 2008 12,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 May 2007 10,569 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 8,304 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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PFB 800R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 PFB 800R, 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 49 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 PFB 800R registered?

PFB 800R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 13 July 1977.

Is PFB 800R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFB 800R shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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