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SCJ 145S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

9,331 mi
Last recorded9,331 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCJ 145S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 9,331 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 5,887 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 4,682 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 3,447 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 1,760 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 656 miles

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 226 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 226 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 99,336 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 99,336 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 97,721 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 97,719 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear (3.5.1f)

Offside Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear (3.5.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 96,972 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 96,972 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 95,686 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 93,461 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 93,461 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 92,120 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 92,120 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 90,122 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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SCJ 145S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SCJ 145S, 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 SCJ 145S registered?

SCJ 145S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 16 August 1977.

Is SCJ 145S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCJ 145S shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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