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SHP 601R

1977 MG B

Black Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,275 mi
Last recorded26,275 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHP 601R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 26,275 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2012 26,163 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 25,926 miles

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 23 Jun 2010 25,920 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Lower rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 25,668 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 25,210 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 25,210 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 24,872 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 24,872 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 May 2006 24,348 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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SHP 601R is a 1977 MG B in Black with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SHP 601R, 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 SHP 601R registered?

SHP 601R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 26 January 1977.

Is SHP 601R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHP 601R shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHP 601R have outstanding finance?

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