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PVN 696R

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,987 mi
Last recorded49,987 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2014
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVN 696R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2014 49,987 miles

nearside front wheel bearing sounds very slightly rough when wheel is rotated

slight lift in offside and nearside king pins

very slight bind on offside front brake

Fail 3 Jun 2014 49,987 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front wheel bearing sounds very slightly rough when wheel is rotated

slight lift in offside and nearside king pins

very slight bind on offside front brake

Fail 12 Jun 2013 49,873 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

slight binding on both the front brakes

Pass 12 Jun 2013 49,873 miles

slight binding on both the front brakes

Pass 17 Jun 2008 49,819 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both front brakes are binding very slightly

Pass 20 Jun 2007 49,693 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 49,382 miles

offside and nearside front chassis been welded

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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PVN 696R is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PVN 696R, 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 PVN 696R?

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What year was PVN 696R registered?

PVN 696R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is PVN 696R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVN 696R shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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