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PPG 123R

1977 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2012
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

93,178 mi
Last recorded93,178 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2011
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPG 123R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2011 93,178 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 93,178 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/S/F +N/S/R TYRES CRACKED ON SIDE WALLS

Pass 1 May 2008 91,745 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both front seats slightly insecure

nearside front headlight slightly insecure

Fail 1 May 2008 91,745 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both front seats slightly insecure

nearside front headlight slightly insecure

Pass 6 Jun 2007 89,890 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 89,886 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 86,119 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 86,116 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Fail 31 May 2006 86,110 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Front Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

advise areas of repair unable to detain aspect of welding

oil leak

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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PPG 123R is a 1977 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 PPG 123R, 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 PPG 123R registered?

PPG 123R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 5 January 1977.

Is PPG 123R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPG 123R shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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