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POV 126R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,456 mi
Last recorded88,456 miles
Recorded on8 May 2013
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOV 126R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2013 88,456 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

car is heavily undersealed

slight play in off side front kingpin

Pass 20 Jun 2011 88,425 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

car has been heavily undersealed

Fail 7 Jun 2011 88,417 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

car has been heavily undersealed

Pass 24 Apr 2007 87,524 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

This vehicle has excessive under seal that must be removed to see true amount of body corrosion

drivers seatr slightly insecure

rear reg plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 20 May 2006 86,595 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 86,595 miles

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

Front Sub-frame insecure (2.4.G.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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POV 126R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 POV 126R, 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 POV 126R registered?

POV 126R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 9 May 1977.

Is POV 126R safe to buy?

The MOT history for POV 126R shows 6 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.

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