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PSJ 653R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

31,383 mi
Last recorded31,383 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2015
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSJ 653R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2015 31,383 miles

o/s jacking point corroded

play in steering rack

Pass 29 Jul 2014 30,483 miles

customer advised nearside front chassis corrodied

customer advised offside front chassis distorted

Fail 16 Jul 2014 30,483 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

customer advised offside front chassis distorted

Pass 18 Jul 2013 26,813 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 26,629 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 26,462 miles

Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

front chassis rail damaged

stainless steel sill covers fitted

underbody covered in underseal making inspection difficult

Fail 20 Aug 2008 26,461 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

front chassis rail damaged

stainless steel sill covers fitted

underbody covered in underseal making inspection difficult

Pass 20 Jun 2007 26,244 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 25,964 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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PSJ 653R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PSJ 653R, 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 PSJ 653R?

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What year was PSJ 653R registered?

PSJ 653R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1977.

Is PSJ 653R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSJ 653R shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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