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PUF 516R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

7,278 mi
Last recorded7,278 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2023
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUF 516R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2023 7,278 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 6,539 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 5,780 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 5,734 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill corroded and holed (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 4,808 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 3,454 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 2,226 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 1,579 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 1,101 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 355 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 15 Sep 2010 99,573 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 98,512 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 96,677 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 94,794 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 92,811 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 92,811 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

play in steering rack

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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PUF 516R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PUF 516R, 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 PUF 516R registered?

PUF 516R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is PUF 516R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUF 516R shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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