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PJM 378R

1977 MG B

Green Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

31,031 mi
Last recorded31,031 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJM 378R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 31,031 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle underside undersealed

Pass 26 Aug 2021 29,449 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 29,176 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 29,176 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 28,817 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 28,817 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 28,712 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 28,712 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 28,461 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

co emissions just met mot limits...

Pass 16 Jan 2013 28,340 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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PJM 378R is a 1977 MG B in Green with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 PJM 378R, 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.

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What year was PJM 378R registered?

PJM 378R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 13 April 1977.

Is PJM 378R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJM 378R shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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