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POA 440R

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

72,272 mi
Last recorded72,272 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOA 440R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 72,272 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 70,754 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 68,832 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 68,832 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 65,647 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 64,785 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 64,725 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 64,467 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 64,235 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 63,907 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. and parking brake (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 May 2016 62,559 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

oil leak o/d unit

Pass 21 May 2015 61,772 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 61,263 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 61,239 miles

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

Nearside Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2014 61,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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)

Brake fluid reservoir damp

N/S/Rear sill damaged

N/Side steering rack gator twisted

Slight play at steering wheel

Pass 5 Mar 2013 60,759 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 59,792 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 58,332 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 57,537 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 56,978 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 56,331 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 55,048 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 97,017 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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POA 440R is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 POA 440R, 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 POA 440R registered?

POA 440R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 4 February 1977.

Is POA 440R safe to buy?

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