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REU 44S

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,817 mi
Last recorded5,817 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREU 44S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 5,817 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 5,757 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 5,757 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front wing has slight corrosion underneath.

Pass 27 May 2009 5,093 miles

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 18 May 2009 5,093 miles

Front rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 4,791 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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REU 44S is a 1977 MG B in Blue 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 REU 44S, 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 REU 44S?

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What year was REU 44S registered?

REU 44S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 31 August 1977.

Is REU 44S safe to buy?

The MOT history for REU 44S 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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