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POB 147R

1977 MG B

White Other 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,523 mi
Last recorded51,523 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOB 147R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 51,523 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 90,751 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 90,671 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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POB 147R is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 POB 147R, 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

How do I check the history of POB 147R?

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What year was POB 147R registered?

POB 147R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 18 March 1977.

Is POB 147R safe to buy?

The MOT history for POB 147R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does POB 147R have outstanding finance?

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