MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
79,004 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
all suspension components corroded
both front tyres on legal limit
coolant leaking
metal brake pipes corroded in places
nearside front brake binding slightly
both front coil springs corroded
both front lower wishbones inner bushes worn and in poor condition
both front tyres close to legal limit
both rear leaf springs corroded
nearside front brake binding slightly
clutch slave cylinder weeping
exhaust blowing from joint
all suspension bushes heavily perished
n/s/f brake pads wearing thin
n/s/f wheel slightly grabbing
rear number plate deteriorated
slight play both rear wheel bearings
slight play both steering rack ends
Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut missing (2.4.B.7b)
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SMF 485S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 SMF 485S, 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.
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How do I check the history of SMF 485S?
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What year was SMF 485S registered?
SMF 485S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 5 August 1977.
Is SMF 485S safe to buy?
The MOT history for SMF 485S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SMF 485S have outstanding finance?
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