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REU 88S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,772 mi
Last recorded41,772 miles
Recorded on14 May 2010
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREU 88S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2010 41,772 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 41,772 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

play detected in offside and nearside front suspension trunions

Pass 18 Sep 2006 41,771 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 41,771 miles

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

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

high hand brake travel

offside outer sill corroded and holed not with in 30cm of conponent

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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REU 88S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 88S, 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 88S?

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What year was REU 88S registered?

REU 88S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 22 September 1977.

Is REU 88S safe to buy?

The MOT history for REU 88S shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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