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POH 800R

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

22,935 mi
Last recorded22,935 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOH 800R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 22,935 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 22,651 miles

Fluid leak from nearside rear hub

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 22,651 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fluid leak from nearside rear hub

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 22,314 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 22,314 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 22,304 miles

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 22,108 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 22,085 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2017 21,792 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 21,606 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 21,455 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 21,312 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 21,062 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 20,713 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 20,468 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 20,050 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 19,800 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 19,489 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 19,230 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 19,051 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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POH 800R is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 POH 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 POH 800R registered?

POH 800R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 8 March 1977.

Is POH 800R safe to buy?

The MOT history for POH 800R shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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