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SDB 584R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

87,706 mi
Last recorded87,706 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDB 584R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 87,706 miles

Bonnet safety catch not working

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

Coolant leak from water pump ()

Oil leak

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

Fail 5 May 2017 87,706 miles

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

Bonnet safety catch not working

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

Coolant leak from water pump ()

Oil leak

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 87,522 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

bonnet safety catch not working

clutch pipe leaking

engine oil leak

Fail 31 Mar 2016 87,522 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel spoke missing (4.2.A.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine oil leak

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

bonnet safety catch not working

clutch pipe leaking

Pass 30 Apr 2015 87,269 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2015 87,269 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 7 May 2014 86,908 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 May 2013 86,326 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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SDB 584R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 SDB 584R, 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 SDB 584R registered?

SDB 584R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 14 April 1977.

Is SDB 584R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDB 584R shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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